Numerology – what do the numbers mean?

Numerology is the study of numbers in one’s life. 

We can uncover information about the world and also each individual person by using numbers.

Numerology can be seen as a universal language of numbers.

Numerology is the concept that the universe is a system and that once broken down, we are left with the basic elements, which are numbers.

Numerology has been used for thousands of years to link numbers with intention, or understanding life past, or happening or to come in the future and its interaction with the environment and in relationship with others.  

Its origins can be traced back to the ancient civilizations such as Egypt and Babylon. Ancient Greek communities also had their own form of Numerology, which they used to predict events and interpret dreams.

The 6th-century BCE philosopher and mystic Pythagoras believed that numbers carried sacred codes and were divinely inspired and created - that the physical world was the amalgamation of the energetic vibrations of numbers, and developed a system that corresponded letters with integers. This practice was a study of numerical interconnectivity — the belief that everything is aligned through non-physical forces best articulated through numbers.

As a small girl growing up in Adelaide ..... I knew that the number “8” was a lucky one, that 32 was my favourite number (just felt an affinity for this number), and perhaps 13 is “superstitious” and a number to be avoided (however....I since know that 13 is actually a divine and lucky number !).

So how can we use numerology in the creation of a mandala?

I take on board a person’s life path number – in the creation of a mandala, and bring that number in fractals within the centre or a particular layer of the design.  I may also link a number to a person’s heart desire of what they would like to attract more of in life – and bring that number into fractal development.

Whilst numerology can also be calculated on one’s name at birth... a life path number (based on their birth date) is the most important number. And that’s what we will concentrate here.

A life path number is a single-digit number that is calculated using a persons birth date. This number is believed to reveal a persons strengths,  personality traits, weaknesses, and life purpose. This number is reflective of who you are or could be, in your personality and traits.

It is calculated by adding up the numbers in your full date of birth. For example, 2nd  March, would be 2 + 3 = 5.

Then the birth year of 2003 is broken down as 2 + 0 + 0 + 3 = 5.

Now you add the day and month and year digits together like 5 + 5 = 10 (and because that is not a master number of 11, 22, or 33....we add them together again). So 10 becomes 1+ 0 which becomes “1”.

So every birthdate keeps getting added together to become a single numeral (unless it’s a master numer of 11, 22 or 33).

Sound complicated? Nope – it’s not. Very simple.

Once you have calculated your life path number, let’s have a look at what that number says about you and your life. You will be able to see what that means for you.

Numbers & their meanings.

Here is an ultra-quick synopsis of various numbers and their meanings. You might like to look up your life path number and also numbers you would like to bring the qualities of more into your life:

1: One is a number that is associated with leadership, conquering oneself, going forward, going after what you want. It can be a bold and shiny energy. Often seen as a masculine of “father” energy. Can be the energy of an entrepreneur. The numerology energy of “1” can also be represented as the numbers 10, 19, 28, 37, 46.

2. Two is a number that is associated with calm, patience, nurturing, diplomacy, friendship, kindness, and a good emotional flow. “2” energy is often seen as feminine or “mother energy”. The numerology energy of “2” can also be represented as the numbers 20 and to some extent “11” (although 11 is a master number and cant be added together – 11 does amplify the energy of “2”).

3. Three is a number associated with creativity, communication, happiness, fun, artistic gifts, it is light and playful – and be seen as “child energy”. The numerology energy of “3” can also be represented as the numbers 12, 21, 30.

4. Four is the number associated with dedication, hard work, practicality and focus. It’s a stable energy. Its productive. It gets things done. It can be seen as “grandparent energy”. The numerology energy of “4” can also be represented as the numbers 13, 22 (although 22 is a master number – it amplifies 4), 31, 40.

5. Five is the number associated with freedom, travel, adventures, change, independence. This number can open you up to something new. The numerology energy of “5” can also be represented as the numbers 14, 23, 32, 41, 50.

6. Six is the number associated with family, love, peace, harmony, and empathy. It represents a personal calmess and tranquility. It’s a tender heart energy. The numerology energy of “6” can also be represented as the numbers 15, 24, 33 (another master number amplifying the energy of “6”), 42, 51, 60.

7. Seven is the number of first spiritual knowledge, wisdom, intuition, self-knowledge and self-discovery.  It a number representing “always questioning”. This number promotes deep curiosity. The numerology energy of “7” can also be represented as the numbers 16, 25, 34, 43, 52, 61, 70.

8. Eight is the number of prosperity, auspiciousness, good luck – where skills, talents, value find a flow of resources in the world. It’s the number of justice, truth, being honest with oneself. It’s the connection of the spiritual and material world (just like the number 8 as an infinity symbol).

9. Nine is the number of universal love – helping others, without asking in return. Woven within this number is wisdom, compassion, and understanding. Its about caring for oneself so much, that your cup runneth over – and you can give and serve others too. Its generosity and connection with all that exists. It’s the last single digit number and represents completion. The numerology energy of “9” can also be represented as the numbers 18, 27, 36, 45, 54, 63, 72, 81 and 90.

10. See “1”.

11. Master number “Eleven” – can be seen as an angel number particulary a number of healing through the hands – where energy can be recycled. It’s a number that holds  charisma and magnetism, ensuring that people with master number 11 can effortlessly gaze into the depths of people and be allowed to do so (often knows things that others don’t – ie intuitive).

22 Master number “Twenty Two” – this is a number of mastery, magic, alchemy and amplified energy of numerology of “4”.

So how do I use these numbers above in the mandala development?

I will divide the 360 degrees by the number above to get the angle. For instance – for numerology of 8 – I would divide 8 into 360 – which is 45. From then I know I will radiate a line from the centre out every 45 degrees, to get 8 lines for that layer of the design.

From the above – what number does your birthdate calculate out to be ? Does that number resonate with you?  

If you were to put a mandala together – what numbers would you like to invite into its development?