Getting Started With Numerology

The concept behind numerology is pretty simple – numbers can reveal deep truths about you and your future, proponents believe. They say you can find your life path number, a number that describes who you are and what opportunities you’re likely to come across, by adding up all the numbers in your birth date and name, then reducing them to a single digit (for example, 3 + 4 = 7, which becomes 2 when you reduce it).

There are many different ways of doing this, but most numerologists focus on interpreting the meaning of each of the recurring numbers – for instance, the number seven is said to signify perfection, while the number three reflects practicality and efficiency. Numbers like 11 and 22 are called’master’ numbers, because they’re thought to be particularly potent.

Numbers are also frequently used in religious texts like the Bible, and some people think that certain numbers have special significance or even hint at a supernatural force. This isn’t strictly part of numerology, but it often leads to conspiracy theories.

Getting started with numerology is easy, as most online tools will give you the core numbers and basic interpretations for any name and date of birth. Some will also offer a free calculator that allows you to build your own chart. However, it’s best to avoid any calculator that asks for your credit card details or social security number – these are almost always scams to steal personal information.