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Born in 1996: the Fire Rat (丙子) in Korean Saju
1996 is a Fire Rat year — 丙子 in the 60-year cycle.
Rats are quick, clever and resourceful. They notice opportunities early and get along in almost any crowd. Their challenge is worry — the mind keeps counting.
Fire years shape people who shine — passionate, expressive and quick to act.
In Korean Saju the year starts at Ipchun (입춘), not on January 1. In 1996 Ipchun fell on February 4, 1996, 22:10 (Korea time, 13:10 UTC). Born before that? Your animal is the the Pig.
- Sound element (納音)
- Water in the Ravine — quiet, clear and persistent
In 2026 people born in 1996 turn 30.
Rat in 2026
Your animal clashes with this year's animal. Expect movement: a new home, a new job, travel or breaking an old pattern. Move on purpose instead of by force.
Rat in 2027
Your animal has a calm relationship with this year's animal: no big storms. Results depend on your own plan — a good year to build steadily.