The Basics of Numerology

Have you ever noticed that certain numbers seem to appear in your life all the time? Maybe the number four always seems to be lucky for you, or perhaps you’re constantly seeing the recurring number eleven. Those types of synchronicities are the basis of numerology, which claims that specific numbers hold mystical significance.

Numerology is an ancient practice that dates back to the Pythagoreans—who believed that mystical properties were connected to numbers. There are many different schools of numerology, such as Chaldean, which is based on Babylonian practices, and Kabbalistic studies of Jewish mysticism that explore recurring digits within the Old Testament.

While it may be difficult to prove, numerology proponents claim that the numbers you see in your life provide a glimpse into your personality and future. They also claim that numerology offers insight into your relationships. For instance, a person with a Life Path 1 is often viewed as a natural leader. Similarly, a person with a public persona number is often considered to be a natural communicator.

For those interested in learning more about their personal numerology, the basics are relatively easy to understand. To find your life path number, add up the digits in your date of birth (e.g., 6/02/2017 = 3). To find your name number, assign a letter to each digit in your birth date and reduce it to a single digit (e.g., 1+2+5= 5). You can then research the meanings behind each number.