NUMEROLOGY is an ancient art. A numerologist believes that numbers have meaning and through looking closely at an individual’s personal numbers a lot of helpful information can be revealed.
This includes personality traits, character weaknesses and strengths, possible challenges of this life and also its purpose.
In many ways, numerology is similar to astrology because a good astrologer can reveal the same sort of information through the interpretation of an accurate birth chart.
Although its origin is often attributed to the great philosopher Pythagoras, the true source of the nature and meaning of numbers has been lost in the mists of time. The Hebrew Kabbalah deals with the subject and that predates Pythagoras by centuries.
So although it has a lengthy history how can knowledge of numerology help us in everyday life? As a numerologist, the first thing to look at is the life path.
This is calculated using the date of birth – day, month and year. This number indicates the main focus of your current life and it is the most important of your numbers.
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There are eleven life paths – 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11 and 22. Rather like the 12 signs of the zodiac, each of these life paths presents you with certain gifts and challenges and also reveals the lessons that the reincarnating soul is aiming to learn in order to progress on the spiritual path.
It can therefore give you greater clarity in this life. Because the life path number is derived from your date of birth, you cannot do anything to change it.
It’s very easy to find your life path. You simply reduce the birth date to a single digit except for the master numbers 11 and 22, which are never reduced.
You add up the day, the month and the year separately. Why? Because if you do not add the 3 numbers (day/month/year) separately you might miss a master number life path. Example one demonstrates this.
25th August, 1969.
(25/08/1969 or 08/25/1969)
If we add the numbers separately we have:
2+5=7
0+8=8
1+9+6+9=25. 2+5=7
7+8+7=22.
This method gives us a master life path of 22. If we had not added the numbers separately, we would have added 2+5+0+8+1+9+6+9=40. 4+0=4.
31st December, 1988
31/12/1988 (or 12/31/1988)
3+1=4
1+2=3
1+9+8+8=26. 2+6=8
This needs to be reduced to one digit. 4+3+8=15. 1+5=6 The life path is 6.
Once you have the life path information, you then calculate the destiny number. It’s very easy to find out your destiny number. Each letter is given a number as shown in the following chart.
A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
This is the classic way of numbering the letters, where A=1, B=2, C=3 and so on. It is based on our current 26-letter alphabet. There are other letter/number systems used by some numerologists based on ancient alphabets.
The destiny number is much more flexible than the life path number. This is based on the full name given at birth, but you can change the energy that’s attached to you by changing the spelling of your name or even changing your name altogether. This is where knowledge of numerology is very helpful.
For example, if your life path is a safe and steady number four and your name is full of fours you might feel very stuck. You could then choose to adapt the spelling of your name and add some slightly wild and changeable fives to add those qualities in your personality.
Life Path 1
In this life the soul wants to establish a direction for the future and bring something new into the world. However, new chapters, new creations and new inventions don’t have to be massive or famous.
Sometimes number ones will spend this lifetime changing their ways of thinking and patterns of being and living that have been ingrained in their souls for ages.
Destiny Number 1
Strengths
Leadership abilities, creative, organized, daring, ambitious, energetic, air of authority, clarity of vision, inventive, brave, independent, positive and determined.
Weaknesses
Selfish, pushy, arrogant, bullying, self-centered, tactless, unfeeling, lack of compassion, egocentric, bossy and “Me first” attitude.
Life Path 2
Twos are here to learn to co-operate with other people, such as co-workers, children, friends and partners, and make excellent counselors.
Their humanitarian nature is a huge asset in any work involving charity. They are sensitive souls. Sometimes, they will find life all a bit too much.
Destiny Number 2
Strengths
Patient, peaceful, forgiving, diplomatic, balanced and fair, charming, good host/hostess, considerate and reliable.
Weaknesses
Shy, lack of direction, no zest for life, spineless, vague, easily led, too sensitive to the opinions of others, excess nervous energy, indecisive and petty.
Life Path 3
Three is the number of trinity – Father, Son and Holy Ghost, Yin, Yang and Tao, positive, negative and neutral. Choosing this life path, the soul is moving towards understanding its place and purpose in the greater whole.
They are here to learn that divinity is not “out there,” but is within everything that exists. Although seven is said to be the spiritual number, three can also be deeply spiritual.
Destiny Number 3
Strengths
Charming, sociable, theatrical, musical, good taste, bubbly, artistically talented, expressive, entertaining, articulate, witty, romantic and creative.
Weaknesses
Vain, domineering, critical, impatient, fickle, shallow, flirty, indulgent, pleasure seeking, always wanting to be in the limelight and jealous.
Life Path 4
“Four square” is an expression that means firm, steady and unwavering. Another interpretation is to be forthright, frank or blunt.
In mathematics, four is represented by the square. A soul on a four life path is often found in a situation where individuals are blocked or restricted in some way, as though they are inside that square and cannot get out.
The lesson here is to learn to live in harmony with restriction. The fours need to tread that fine line between accepting restriction and not getting stuck.
Destiny Number 4
Strengths
Loyal, steady, hard-working, methodical, practical, patient, reliable, logical, proud, dependable, solid, honest, sincere and salt of the earth.
Weaknesses
Too serious, depressive, mean, stubborn, crude, tight-fisted, sluggish, slow and plodding, clinging, immovable, fearful, stuck and suffocating.
Life Path 5
Five is the number of freedom. Here is the soul who has normally spent many lives being restricted in some way. Now the soul is ready to break down the mental and physical barriers that have prevented it from expressing freedom.
These people often become communicators in some form, so they make good teachers, journalists and writers. They love to travel, explore and experience other ways of living.
Destiny Number 5
Strengths
Interesting, well-informed, adventurous, good conversationalist, forward-thinking, multi-talented, enthusiastic, good sense of humor, excellent communicator, spontaneous and analytical.
Weaknesses
Rejects routine, too happy-go-lucky, unreliable, impulsive, changeable, fickle, not always loyal, sarcastic, devious, irresponsible, doesn’t finish what they start, lacks direction, inconsistent, confused, difficult to pin down, irritable and restless.
John Winston Lennon
John: 1+6+8+5= 20=(2)
Winston: 5+9+5+1+2+6+5=33=(6)
Lennon: 3+5+5+5+6+5=29=(11)
2+6+11=19. 1+9=10. 1+0=1
So his destiny number is 1. Number one is about newness. Along with the other Beatles, he was in the forefront of a radical change in modern music.
However, the 5 influence is quite strong. It is always worth noting when a number is repeated many times within a name or a birth date.
Look at how many times a 5 letter appears in his name. Five is the communicator and John Lennon was certainly a messenger whilst on Earth.
So the life path and the destiny numbers together reveal lots of information. At a more advanced level, the numerologist can calculate compatibility with partners, friends and work colleagues, minor or major event periods, dates of significant life changes and much more.
Life Path 6
Souls on a six life path are endeavoring to bring beauty and love into the world. This can be manifested at many different levels.
When expressing positively, the nature of a six is very giving. That’s what they’re working on in this life. They want to create a better and more harmonious world. People who need help and support are instinctively drawn towards the six.
Destiny Number 6
Strengths
Charming, spiritual, peace-loving, creative, honest, graceful, serene, humanitarian, loving, caring, thoughtful, sympathetic, homemaker, charming and considerate.
Weaknesses
Self-righteous, extravagant, meddling, interfering in others’ affairs, vain, cynical, needy and mean.
Life Path 7
These souls are choosing to re-balance the heart in this life. Those on this life path often become quite spiritual as a way of balancing the heart.
Surrendering to a higher power or getting in touch with one’s own divinity is one way of doing this. Divine love is unconditional. It is therefore a safe way to open the heart to love.
Destiny Number 7
Strengths
Kind, psychic, intuitive, imaginative, introspective, deep-thinking, philosophical, artistic, intelligent, compassionate and perfectionist.
Weaknesses
Withdrawn, reclusive, stays in shell, timid, escapist tendencies, repressed emotions, secretive, likes their own way, sarcastic and cunning.
Life Path 8
The soul choosing to experience life on the eight life path will usually have had a previous life of either extreme excess or extreme lack. The soul needs to learn how to balance their needs with their wants.
An eight can become very wealthy and successful, but attaining money, status and power is not the final goal of an eight. The goal is the satisfaction of becoming materially self-sufficient and using their power in a compassionate and caring way.
Destiny Number 8
Strengths
Powerful, can become famous, perceptive, ambitious, successful, leadership qualities, reliable, humanitarian and wise.
Weaknesses
Hunger for power, too interested in money, self-centered and vain, intolerant of others, stubborn, greedy, controlling and misuse of power.
Life Path 9
We are all connected, not isolated units of consciousness. Souls on the nine life path have chosen to move their soul onwards towards acting upon this realization.
The main lesson of the nine is to learn to give purely for the satisfaction of helping others and not giving in order to be rewarded.
A nine who is on track will be involved in charity work, caring for the sick, needy or under-privileged. Their giving might be in the form of friendship or love towards others.
Destiny Number 9
Strengths
Philosophical, intelligent, sincere, wise, generous, kind and compassionate, evolved, charitable, can be highly artistic and creative, tolerant and broad-minded.
Weaknesses
Over-emotional, self-pitying, moody, critical, can be resentful about giving, argumentative, selfish, “the dreamer” and tight-fisted.
The Master Life Paths
Being on a master number life path does not automatically mean that you are a master of something. Any life path number expressing at its highest potential can produce masters.
However, the heightened energy of a master life path gives you the potential of being a catalyst for change in the world.
Master Life Path 11
Those on an 11 life path have chosen to experience being in the physical universe whilst carrying a vibration than can be used for the good of others. All numbers carry a vibration.
The 11 (a compound number) carries a much higher vibration than the single digits. These souls have decided that they are ready to take their place on earth and be of use in some way.
You can find elevens in all walks of life. Wherever they are found and whoever they are, there’s almost always a mystique about these people.
Souls on an 11 life path are charged with energy. This energy is held in the nervous system. Too much of this energy buzzing through them can cause the eleven to be very highly strung.
Destiny Number 11
Strengths
Working for the common good, spiritual, powerful, a leader, brave, inventive, intuitive, psychic, big visions, high ideals, deep thinking, creative and inspiring.
Weaknesses
Nervous problems, indecision, fearful, insecure, inhibited, inferiority complex, over-sensitive, daydreamer, opinionated and addiction issues.
The Dalai Lama
July 6, 1935
7+6+9 (1+9+3+5)=22
Here is a perfect example of a 22-life path. Although the Dalai Lama is certainly a force for change in the world, his path has not been easy. Not all 22s are destined to hold positions such as his, but they can certainly aim towards being of benefit to others.
Master Life Path 22
Number 22 is considered the most powerful of all the life paths. It is also the rarest one. Here is the soul with the potential to be a force for change in the world.
A 22 carries a lot of nervous energy and can be prone to burn out. A foggy mind, a sluggish body and weary heart tend to be the manifestation of a 22 who has lost their way.
If you are a 22, remind yourself that you are here for the benefit of humankind. Be gentle with yourself, pray for help and support, and stay positive.
Destiny Number 22
Strengths
Common sense, intuition, charisma, leadership ability, able to think out of the box, able to manifest ideas, powerful, commanding and grounded.
Weaknesses
Aloof, withdrawn, inflexible, stubborn, nervous, controlling and manipulative, arrogant.
Number interpretations in a nutshell
1 – Beginnings and starting things
2 – Relationships, choice and duality
3 – Past, present and future, and moving forward
4 – Structure, safety and security
5 – Change, instability, travel and communication
6 – Peace, balance, harmony and beauty
7 – Spirituality and introspection
8 – Worldly success and the material universe
9 – Finishing off, tying up loose ends and gaining wisdom
0 – Linking, wiping the slate clean or returning to nothingness