For people born in the Year of the Snake， several signs can be considered lifelong benefactors， offering support and guidance in various aspects of life.

Lifelong Benefactors of the Snake:

The Rooster: The Rooster is considered a lifelong benefactor for those born in the Year of the Snake， providing important help， support， and guidance in life.

A Person with Experience: This could be someone older， more experienced， or in a high position， or even an organization. They can provide support in career， wealth， relationships， or health， helping the Snake overcome difficulties and achieve goals.

The Rat: For those born in the Year of the Snake， the Rat is their 文昌 (Wénchāng) benefactor. For individuals born in 2001 (辛巳年)， the 天乙 (Tiānyǐ) benefactor is the Horse.

The Tiger: The Tiger is a benefactor to those born in the Year of the Snake.

Other signs: According to the principle of 三合 (Sān hé， the three harmonies) and 六合 (Liù hé， the six harmonies)， any sign that is part of these groups with the Snake can be a benefactor， making things smoother in work， life， and partnerships.