Ancient records of the passage of time were calculated in terms of "hours," which correspond to two hours in modern time. There are twelve zodiac animals, which also correspond to the twelve hours. Let's take a look now.

Table of Twelve Hours Corresponding to Zodiac Animals

1. Midnight 11 PM to 1 AM - Zi Hour: Rat
Midnight, also known as midnight or middle night, is the first hour of the day. It is the end of the day and the beginning of the new day. In the twelve zodiac animals, it belongs to the rat.
2. 1 AM to 3 AM - Chou Hour: Ox
Rooster crowing, also known as the wild rooster, is the second hour of the day, referring to the dark period before dawn. It is said that this is when the ox begins to work in the fields. In the twelve zodiac animals, it belongs to the ox.
3. 3 AM to 5 AM - Yin Hour: Tiger
Dawn, also known as the morning, daybreak, or sun rising, refers to the time when night turns into day. At this time, the sky is bright, and it is the time when tigers start to be active. Therefore, in the twelve zodiac animals, it belongs to the tiger.
4. 5 AM to 7 AM - Mao Hour: Rabbit
Sunrise, also known as the beginning of the sun, break of day, or the rising sun, refers to the time when the sun just appears and rises slowly. The Mao hour is when the sun has risen and begins to shine brightly. In the twelve zodiac animals, it belongs to the rabbit.
5. 7 AM to 9 AM - Chen Hour: Dragon
Morning meal, also known as early meal, refers to the time when ancient people had their breakfast. The Chen hour is when the sun's heat becomes stronger. It is said that this is the time when dragons move westward. Therefore, in the twelve zodiac animals, it belongs to the dragon.
6. 9 AM to 11 AM - Si Hour: Snake
The time between noon and the afternoon, also known as the midday, is called the Si hour. During this time, the sun's heat becomes even stronger. In the twelve zodiac animals, it belongs to the snake.
7. 11 AM to 1 PM - Wu Hour: Horse
Midday, also known as noon or midday, is the time when the sun is at its strongest. In the twelve zodiac animals, it belongs to the horse.
8. 1 PM to 3 PM - Wei Hour: Goat
Afternoon, also known as the sun falling or the central sun, refers to when the sun is moving westward. In the day, the Wei hour is when the heat of the day is about to fade. In the twelve zodiac animals, it belongs to the goat.
9. 3 PM to 5 PM - Shen Hour: Monkey
Nightfall, also known as the time of quietness, refers to when people become quiet. In the day, the Shen hour is when the heat of the day is almost gone. In the twelve zodiac animals, it belongs to the monkey.
10. 5 PM to 7 PM - You Hour: Rooster
Sunset, also known as sunset, sun sinking, or dusk, means the time when the sun sets. In the day, the You hour is the time when night is about to come. In the twelve zodiac animals, it belongs to the rooster.
11. 7 PM to 9 PM - Xu Hour: Dog
Twilight, also known as the time of evening, sunset, or late evening, is when the sun has already set, and the world is dim, making everything blurred. Hence, it is called twilight. In the day, the Xu hour is when the night spreads and the lights begin to appear. In the twelve zodiac animals, it belongs to the dog.
12. 9 PM to 11 PM - Hai Hour: Pig
At this time, the night is deep, and people have already stopped their activities and are resting and sleeping. In the day, the Hai hour is the time when the day is about to end and the next day is approaching. In the twelve zodiac animals, it belongs to the pig.

The Three Best Hours for a Boy Born in the Year of the Ox

Mao Hour (5:00-7:00)
People born during this time are more likely to succeed in their careers, with fewer worries, have many descendants, get married early, and have a prosperous family, enjoying a happy old age.
Si Hour (7:00-9:00)
Children born in the Si hour form a metal formation with the Chou hour. This brings help and support from benefactors, which benefits cooperation in the future. They can also receive help from elders from an early age, which helps maintain good relationships with elders and promotes learning. They gain strong abilities in material desires and literary skills.
Shen Hour (15:00-17:00)
Those born during this time have the Purple Star shining high in their destiny, which brings assistance from important people in their career. They can turn danger into safety without effort and achieve success easily. Therefore, they will have smooth official careers, successful careers, and continuous wealth. In their later years, they will enjoy prosperity and wealth, becoming very rich and noble individuals.