1985 Chinese Zodiac: Wood Ox Destiny and Compatibility

Curious about the 1985 Chinese zodiac? Wondering about the destiny, compatible signs, and best matches for those born in the year of the Wood Ox?

This article dives deep into the Chinese astrology for 1985, exploring the elemental destiny, lucky colors, numbers, directions, and zodiac compatibility for individuals born in this year. Discover how to align your life with Feng Shui principles to attract luck and success.

Note: This article was directly translated from the original Vietnamese version by BTA Feng Shui using Grok 3.

1985 Chinese Zodiac Animal and Compatibility

The Chinese zodiac for 1985 is the Wood Ox (乙丑 – Yi Chou), covering birth dates from February 20, 1985, to February 8, 1986. If you were born before February 20, 1985, your Chinese zodiac sign is the Wood Rat.

In Chinese astrology, the Wood Ox is defined by:

• Celestial Stem (乙 – Yi): Compatible with Geng; conflicts with Ji and Xin.
• Earthly Branch (丑 – Chou): Forms a trine with Ox, Snake, and Rooster; clashes in the Four Conflict set with Dragon, Dog, Ox, and Goat.

The compatible zodiac signs for the Wood Ox 1985 are:

Partnering with compatible signs enhances harmony in marriage and business, while incompatible signs may bring challenges.

1985 Chinese Zodiac Element

The term “Wood Ox 1985” can be misleading. While the Heavenly Stem “Yi” (Yin Wood) and the Earthly Branch “Chou” (Ox) form this name, it doesn’t mean those born in 1985 have a Wood element.

According to the Na Yin (Five Elemental Phases) system in Chinese astrology, the year 1985 is classified as Gold in the Sea, a Metal element destiny. This Metal element symbolizes strength, resilience, and durability, much like precious metals hidden beneath the ocean’s depths.

Individuals with the Gold in the Sea destiny are like gold nestled under the ocean floor—enduring and tenacious despite challenges. They are calm, gentle, and uninterested in petty rivalries, often possessing untapped potential waiting to shine.

Colors for the 1985 Zodiac Animal

Lucky Colors for the Wood Ox 1985

In Chinese horoscope 1985, the Metal element of the Wood Ox aligns with the Five Elements’ generating cycle.

Since Earth generates Metal, colors associated with Earth and Metal elements are auspicious. These include earthy yellow, brown, white, gray, silver, and metallic shades.

Colors to Avoid for the Wood Ox 1985

The Five Elements’ controlling cycle shows that Fire overcomes Metal, as fire melts metal. Thus, Wood Ox individuals should avoid Fire element colors like red, orange, pink, and purple.

Additionally, per the overacting cycle, since Metal overcomes Wood, colors like green, moss green, and jade green should also be avoided to prevent energy depletion.

Lucky Numbers for the 1985 Chinese Zodiac

For those born in the Chinese year 1985, the Metal element corresponds to numbers 6 and 7.

Since Earth generates Metal, Earth element numbers—2, 5, and 8—are also lucky.

In summary, the Wood Ox 1985 benefits from numbers 2, 5, 6, 7, and 8.

Conflicting numbers to avoid are 9 (Fire element) and 3 and 4 (Wood element).

1985 Chinese Zodiac Sign: Personal Trigram

• Men: Males born in 1985 belong to the Qian (Càn) trigram, Metal element, symbolizing leadership, decisiveness, and strength.
• Women: Females belong to the Li (Ly) trigram, Fire element, representing intelligence, creativity, and artistic talent.

Favorable Directions for the 1985 Horoscope

Based on “Building Homes According to Geography, Astronomy, and I Ching” by Trần Văn Tam (2002) and BTA Feng Shui research, here are the directions for the Wood Ox 1985:

Male Homeowners (Qian Trigram – Metal):

• Favorable Directions: West (Vitality: Prosperity), Northeast (Heavenly Doctor: Protection), Southwest (Longevity: Stability), Northwest (Restoration: Support).
• Unfavorable Directions: Southeast (Misfortune), North (Six Evils), East (Five Ghosts), South (Extinction).

Female Homeowners (Li Trigram – Fire):

• Favorable Directions: East (Vitality: Prosperity), Southeast (Heavenly Doctor: Protection), North (Longevity: Stability), South (Restoration: Support).
• Unfavorable Directions: Northeast (Misfortune), Southwest (Six Evils), West (Five Ghosts), Northwest (Extinction).

Wood Ox Personality and Destiny

Male Wood Ox Personality

• Personality: Men born in the year of the Ox 1985 are calm, patient, and reliable, offering security to those around them. Their meticulous nature ensures excellence in tasks.
• Career: Hardworking and responsible, they achieve success and are often trusted with significant roles.
• Love Life: They enjoy harmonious family lives, being devoted husbands and fathers, though they could express more affection.

Female Wood Ox Personality

• Personality: Women born in 1985 are strong, self-assured, and detail-oriented, excelling in managing both home and career.
• Career: Creative and driven, they succeed in fields requiring precision and embrace challenges.
• Love Life: Their love life is deep and enduring, though their straightforwardness may require tact to maintain harmony.

This guide to the 1985 Chinese zodiac sign offers insights into the Wood Ox’s destiny, compatibility, and Feng Shui practices to enhance luck and success. Please rate this article 5 stars and share it!

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