Symbolism of numbers
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Symbolism of Numbers
[edit]The symbolism of numbers is a concept that assigns specific meanings and characteristics to each number, beyond their quantitative value.[1] This practice can be found in various cultures, philosophies, and belief systems, ranging from numerology to biblical interpretations and folklore.[2]
Numerology
[edit]Numerology is a pseudoscience that claims to interpret the spiritual meaning of numbers and how they influence people's lives.[3] It is based on the idea that the universe manifests energy through the repetition of numbers in daily situations, such as times, license plates, tickets, addresses, or phone numbers. Each number from 1 to 9 is supposed to carry a unique vibration that reflects wisdom and reveals implications for a person's life.
Meaning of numbers in numerology
[edit]- Number 0: Represents everything and nothing, unity, and infinity.
- Number 1: Symbolizes individuality, leadership, creativity, and beginnings. It is associated with the zodiac sign Leo, the planet Mars, and the colors red and gold.[1]
- Number 2: Represents emotions, feelings, sensitivity, compassion, and the need for support. It is linked to Cancer and the Moon.
- Number 3: Embodies communication energy and symbolizes creativity, determination, sociability, and adaptability. It is associated with Sagittarius, Jupiter, and the color orange.[1]
- Number 4: Represents development, construction, stability, logic, and order. It is linked to Capricorn, Saturn, and the color brown.
- Number 5: Symbolizes human integration, life, vital energy, agility, and freedom. It represents the union of the four elements and is associated with sexuality, strong emotions, curiosity, and novelty. It is linked to Gemini, Mercury, and the color green.
- Number 6: Represents balance between the universe and humanity—materiality and spirituality. It is associated with medicine, aesthetics, arts, home life, beauty, love, mediation, diplomacy, and seduction. It corresponds to Libra, Venus, and the color blue.
- Number 7: A symbol of knowledge, faith, spirituality, mental energy, teaching philosophy meditation science loyalty independence Pisces Neptune violet.[2]
- Number 8: Dominance body mind infinity justice rebirth power economy Scorpio Pluto red black.
- Number 9: Universal love idealism brotherhood arts perfection escapism travel Aquarius Uranus gold bronze.
Philosophical and Cultural Perspectives
[edit]From a philosophical perspective numbers are more than quantitative expressions; they are idea-forces specific characterizations.Pythagoras believed "Everything arranged according number," Plato harmony foundation cosmos humanity.
In Greek tradition ten first archetypes symbols. Even negative passive odd affirmative active.
Biblical Symbolism
[edit]In Bible, numbers symbolic meaning important differentiate numerology mystical sense.
References
[edit]- ^ a b c "Numbers: Symbolism and Mathematical Beauty". Cuerpomente. Retrieved 11 March 2025.
- ^ a b "Symbolism of Numbers in Folklore and Traditional Songs". Biblioteca Virtual Miguel de Cervantes. Retrieved 11 March 2025.
- ^ 9. Numerical Symbolisms. OpenEdition Books. Retrieved 11 March 2025.