There are 60 heavenly generals who assist the Jade Emperor in taking charge of the well-being of the Mortal World. Each of them takes turn to be in charge for a year. Due to most of them having a military background, they are normally known as the Military Generals, or as the Cycle Gods. The year of the Yin Metal Rabbit, 2011 is being take charge by General Fan Ning.
In Taoism, those whose Chinese Zodiac is offended, or by their sign conflict or clashes with the Tai Sui of the year are advised to go through a prayer session with a Taoist Priest to ask for blessing in obtaining Peace and Good Fortune throughout the year. Talismans thought to protect against Tai Sui are sold in many areas.
In Feng Shui, the area of the house corresponding with the position of that year's Tai Sui is to be left undisturbed or misfortune will befall the residence.
WHICH CHINESE ZODIAC SIGN CONFLICT WITH TAI SUI YEAR 2011.
1. The zodiac that is the same as the currently year zodiac is said to direct hit with Tai Sui. For 2011 Rabbit year, those whose zodiac is Rabbit will be affected.
2. In 6 clashes, the Rabbit and Rooster are in direct clashed. Those born in the Year of Rooster will be affected.
3. Rabbit and Rat are in Ingratitude Clash. Therefore, those born in the year of Rat will be affected.
4. Lastly, Rabbit and Horse are in Earthly Branch Clashed. Those born in the Year of Horse will be affected.
....so, Rabbit, Rooster, Rat and Horse... those born in these years would need to do something. =)
