The first to arrive was the rat, followed by the ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, ram, monkey, rooster, dog and boar. In gratitude, Buddha named a year after each animal, proclaiming that people born during a specific year would inherit some of the personality of that year's animal. Chinese people also believe that the events of the year will be representative of its namesake and share some of the characteristics. According to popular belief in ancient China, the tiger represents a good sign. A tiger in the house prevents the risk of burglary, fire and evil spirits.
Tigers often get into difficult and hazardous situations because they live dangerously.
Narrow mindedness and suspiciousness are their greatest faults. Those born during the Year of the Tiger are likely to have careers that require them to be deep thinkers and careful planners. They will display overwhelming generosity. Tiger people are best suited to be army officers, supervisors, teachers, politicians, firefighters or police officers.