The Snake carries the meanings of malevolence, cattiness and mystery, as well as acumen, divination and the ability to distinguish herbs. But people born in the year of the Snake often have a good temper and a skill at communicating but say little. They possess gracious morality and great wisdom.
Anyone who has seen the Indiana Jones movies will remember the scene where Indy falls into the pit of snakes. Fire is placed all around to hold back the vipers. One snake can be terrifying, but to face many would be unimaginable!