The Power of Numbers

Although we live in a world of numbers, and a society that constantly seeks to measure and quantify, relatively few people are aware of the true meaning of numbers.  The numbers we see all around us, and use every day to denote quantity or identity, as in our driver's license, credit-card etc., are actually visual representations. They are straight or curved lines that represent great spiritual principles and cosmic forces in our lives.  The numbers, or more correctly, numerals, with curved lines represent feminine and occult energy, while the numerals with straight lines are considered to be masculine and aspiring. As centers of enormous power, numbers operate on the highest spiritual plane. 

Numerology is the study of the spiritual and archetypal symbolism of numbers.  It has its roots in ancient teachings, and was made known to Western culture by the Greek philosopher, Pythagoras.  Like astrology, numerology sheds light on your journey through life.  The profound cosmic truths encoded in your name and birth date provide valuable clarity and guidance regarding your destiny, karma, relationships, career path, peaks and challenges.  Also like astrology, numerology deals with probabilities and potential, not absolutes. 

Every letter in your name has a numerical equivalent, and just like your birth date, these numbers can be combined in different ways to indicate energetic patterns and influences in your life.  To arrive at calculations, numerologists keep adding each digit until they have either a one digit number, or a master number.  Each number from 1 to 9, and also the master numbers 11, 22, and 33, represent a continuum of vibrations, tendencies, and predispositions that play out in your personal and professional life and relationships.  Your name tends to have more to do with personal attributes, and your date tends to indicate types of experiences and probable timing. 

Quite often when I mention my work with numerology, people will say something like " I'm an eight! ".  I then ask whether that is based on their name or their birth date.  The truth is that we all have several numbers around us in varying degrees. In fact, many of us have all the numbers from one to nine present in our personal chart.  No-one is simply " an eight ", or any other number, although there are certainly many people for whom the energy of one or two numbers tends to dominate. 

The most fascinating part of numerology is the way the numbers support, enhance, or play off each other, and the enormous variety of combinations that are possible. Sometimes I notice potential for internal conflict.  For example, a person might have a 5 soul urge which cries out for freedom and variety, yet a 6 destiny or total expression indicates that they will likely have a great deal of responsibility toward others, while a 4 in those positions would indicate a life spent working within established routines, structures, or systems. 

Other times I am struck by the fluidity of the progression of numbers within a chart.  For example, if someone was born on March 6, 1980, their three major cycles will take them from the 3 (creativity, self expression, and sociability) to the 6, (balance, artistic harmony and nurturing), to the 9, (artistic sensitivity and  great compassion). It's also common to see numbers positioned in such a way that instead of potential conflict, the vibrations bring balance to each other.  For example, a highly introspective and spiritual person with a strong 7 influence may have just the right sprinkling of 3's to help him stay connected with others, or perhaps a well-placed 8 to keep her grounded in practicalities.  Numerology makes one appreciate the uniqueness of each individual and each journey. 

Even more fascinating is the way in which name qualities or birth date calculations compare, contrast, and support each other within families or close friendships.  For example, someone with a 6 karma may have chosen a mother and/or father with a 6 total expression or someone with an 8 soul urge may be married to a partner whose destiny is 8. People are often drawn to friendships or relationships with individuals whose outward aspects match their soul urge.

There is a wealth of amazingly accurate information in an individual numerology chart, but in my opinion, the most important aspects are: one's total expression, also called purpose or life path, and determined by the total name at birth; soul urge, determined by the vowels from the name at birth; and destiny, determined by the date of birth.  Also important are one’s persona or outward impression, determined by the consonants, and karma as indicated by missing vibrations.  Relationships have a good chance of being successful when some of these important aspects either match or compliment each other.

Many people think numerology is about changing names.  It's wise to consult a numerologist when considering a change of name, or when naming a business; however, there are many more benefits to becoming familiar with your personal numbers.  For those of us who are passionate about spiritual growth, a personal numerology chart helps us integrate different attributes and aspects of our life’s journey into a meaningful whole.  It also reveals the vibrations of our present month and year, and the themes that we will experience at this time, as well as opportunities that are likely to arise in the future.  Awareness of our numbers heightens our self-esteem, validates our journey, strengthens our sense of purpose, facilitates deeper understanding of our lessons, and provides a greater connection to our Higher Self. With so much information and guidance available in our name and birth date, we need never feel uncertain about the direction our life is taking or how to make the most of our potential.

Viki MacKinnon, Numerologist, Reiki Master, and workshop facilitator has clients across Canada, and teaches Numerology classes in a variety of venues.

E-mail numerology@shaw.ca or call 403-667-8932

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