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Numerology: the meaning of numbers and what they reveal about you

Numbers are part of our daily lives without us even realizing it. On the calendar, when shopping, in the lottery, even on our ID… they are everywhere and it is practically impossible to do without them. ButAre they just mathematical symbols or do they have hidden meanings??

Numerology states that numbers have inherent meaning. that can illuminate our path towards self-knowledge and personal growth, and that can help understand the inner nature of people, their abilities and even their path in life.

What is numerology and what is its origin?

Numerology is the practice that explores the relationship between numbers and what happens to us. in life. According to this belief, numbers are vibratory energies and each of them emits a unique vibration that influences life and the cosmos.

To the associate meanings and energetic properties to numbersnumerology believes that they can provide us with useful information about people’s character, path in life and even the future.

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What numerology and what it is for

It is known that ancient civilizations (like the Babylonians or the Egyptians) They already used numerology in various areas of life, such as religious practices or the interpretation of cosmic influences in human affairs.

But if there is a person who considers himself the father of numerology is, without a doubt, the Greek philosopher and mathematician Pythagoraswhich stated that «everything is number», that «numbers rule the universe» and that mathematical principles can reveal profound truths about existence.

What is numerology used for?

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According to numerology, everything can be reduced to numbers. It is usually used to calculate key numbers such as:

The birth number

Also known as the number of life or number of destinyit is calculated adding the digits of the date of birth. Thus, if you were born, for example, on August 23, 1985, your birth number would be calculated as follows: 2+3+8+1+9+8+5=36; then you must also add these two digits until a single digit remains (or a master number: 11, 22, or 33): 3+6=9.

In numerology, it is considered that this is the most important numberbecause it provides insight into the path through the person’s life and the challenges they may encounter.

The number of the name

Also called expression numberit is calculated from the letters of the full name given at birth (first name plus two last names), assigning each letter a number from 1 to 9 according to the following table and then reducing the result to a single digit (or a master number):

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N, Ñ O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

It can also be calculated according to the position of the letter of the name in the alphabet: thus, the letter “a” is equivalent to 1, “b” to 2, “c” to 3, etc., until completing the 27 letters of the alphabet. The number will be different if it is calculated one way or another.

The number in the name symbolizes the talents, abilities and personality of the person. It is believed to reflect the true self, that is, personal goals and purpose in life.

What is the meaning of each number

Numerology assigns different meanings to each of the numbers. Let’s look at the key features of each:

  • Number 1: Represents leadership, individuality and determination. It is associated with self-confidence, independence and ambition, but it can also denote egocentrism, recklessness or impatience.
  • Number 2: the number of diplomacy, cooperation and sensitivity. It represents harmony, kindness and balance, although it can also connote passivity or indecision.
  • Number 3: is the number of creativity, joy and communication. It is linked to art and optimism, but also to lack of concentration and immaturity.
  • Number 4: represents stability, practicality and hard work, and is associated with trust and attention to detail. As a negative point, it is also linked to rigidity, lack of flexibility and stubbornness.
  • Number 5: is the number of freedom, adventure, energy and dynamism. However, it can also be associated with restlessness, lack of patience and impulsiveness.
  • Number 6: linked to family and upbringing, it is the number of responsibility, care and compassion. It can also be associated with overprotection or excess control.
  • Number 7: is associated with introspection, spirituality, the search for knowledge and wisdom, but can also suggest isolation or skepticism.
  • Number 8: the number of ambition, abundance and material success. It embodies power and achievement in life, but is also linked to materialism and dominant personalities.
  • Number 9: symbolizes idealism, compassion, generosity and humanitarianism, but can also be associated with excessive emotional intensity or being too selfless.

Master numbers

Master numbers are special repeating two-digit numbers that are considered to have a deeper spiritual meaning than single-digit numbers.

  • Number 11: represents intuition, spiritual vision and enlightenment. People with the number 11 are believed to be visionary, sensitive and idealistic and have a heightened conscience.
  • Number 22: represents practicality to achieve great achievements and discipline. People connected with the number 22 are usually ambitious, pragmatic and capable of turning dreams into reality.
  • Number 33: represents altruism and humanitarianism. It is believed that people with the number 33 are usually selfless, loving and empathetic leaders, focused on helping others.

What are mirror hours?

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Surely more than once, when looking at your phone or watch, a time with repeated digits has caught your attention. They are what is known as mirror hoursthose in which the digits are repeated, both in the hour and in the minutesfor example: 11:11, 12:12 or 13:13.

The concept of mirror hours is closely linked to the Numerology and the idea of ​​synchronicity of the Swiss psychiatrist Carl Gustav Jung.

Those who believe in numerology consider that seeing mirror hours frequently could be a sign to raise awareness about deeper aspects of their existence and can offer insight into their lives, help them overcome obstacles and provide guidance in difficult times.

What are hours invested?

Hours invested are another phenomenon associated with numerology. What happens when the digits of the hours that we see on the screen of a smartphone or a digital clock are inverted, for example: 01:10, 02:20 or 12:21.

As with mirror hours, it is believed that inverted hours also have a deep meaning.

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