Numerology: Number Three Personality Traits, Characteristics, Challenges

In numerology, your date of birth and your name is associated with certain compound and single digit numbers.  This article explores the personality traits, characteristics and challenges that are correlated to the single digit Number Three (3).

The concept of Three has been observed by mankind as being significant in the manner in which we perceive, understand, relate to and organize our reality.  For example, we measure time in terms of three tenses: past, present and future.  We perceive space (i.e., our world and reality) in a three-dimensional manner (length x height x width).  We classify matter into three states:  solids, liquids and gasses.  We think of a group (of people, things) as consisting of three or more and the family as being composed of the father, mother and child. 

Since time immemorial, the Three (often referred to as a Triad) has been particularly powerful in religion, mythology, folklore, philosophy, and alchemy.  We see the concept of three related dieties or the three aspects of one diety, spirit or the divine in the Christian Holy Trinity (Father, Son, Holy Spirit), the Indian Brahma-Vishnu-Shiva and the Brahman-Atman-Moksha Triads, the Chinese Tao-Te-Chi as well as the Three Jewels of Chinese Buddhism, the Shamantic Spirit-Man-Nature Triad, the Pagan/Wiccan Triple Goddess (Maiden, Mother, Crone), the New Age Body-Mind-Spirit, the Classical Greek Three Fates, the ancient Egyptian Memphis and Theban Triads, as well as Osiris-Horus-Isis and Shu-Nut-Geb.

The universal graphic symbol for the Number Three is the triangle - the first polygon (or the first closed form drawn from three single lines).  The single, upright triangle represents the masculine energy and the element of fire.  The single, inverted triangle (similar to the shape of a chalice) represents the femine energy and the element of water.

The equilateral triangle is considered a balanced, harmonious form and represents higher powers and perfection.  Two equaliteral triangles, depending upon their arrangement, form a perfect square, a rhombus and a hexagram.  The rhombus is a diamond-shaped figure and has been associated with the concept of "As Above, So Below" with the upper triangle denoting the sphere of Spirit and the lower triangle denoting the sphere of matter.  The hexagram is a six-pointed star which has been considered to represent God's rule over the universe, with the six points representing each of the six directions.  In a religious context, the hexagram is most famously known as the Star or Shield of David and is most commonly associated with Judiasm.

The Number Three is thought to combine the vibrational qualities of both the solitary One and the dual Two.  The Three is thought to give expression to the manifested One and to resolve the opposing forces present in the Two, thereby offering a third harmonized and balanced solution.

Thus, in both ancient and modern numerology, we think of a person whose birthdate or name reveals the numeral Three as being a person who is versitile, multi-talented, productive, communicative, expressive, artistic and creative.  Such a person is optomistic, enthusiastic, popular, articulate and entertaining, freedom and fun loving.  The Number Three is masculine in nature and the Number Three individual usually has strong ambitions and desires to succeed in positions of authority.  Number Three persons are usually talented speakers, writers and singers.

While the developed Number Three individual is generally cheerful, friendly, humorous, confident and hard-working, the underdeveloped Number Three person can be moody, indecisive, vain, pessimistic, boastful, dictatorial and self-indulgent.

The Number Three individual has very similar challenges as both the Number One and the Number Two individual.  The Number Three person has many inherent talents and interests but can become scattered if s/he is not able to develop one or two talents or interests in a meaningful way.  This individual is also generally very charismatic, extroverted, exuberant and prone to being overly dramatic.  This may cause him or her to appear to be, or actually be, superficial, shallow and unreliable. 

In Love & Light,
Angelika

Numerology: Number Two Personality Traits, Characteristics, Challenges

In numerology, your date of birth and your name is associated with certain compound and single digit numbers.  This article explores the personality traits, characteristics and challenges that are correlated to the single digit Number Two (2). 

In some of the earliest written numeral systems, the number Two was graphically represented as 2 ones ~ as 2 vertical lines (Roman, Egyptian Hieratic numerals), as 2 horizontal lines (Brahmi, Suzhou, Chinese and Japanese numerals) or as 2 dots (Mayan numerals). 

The number Two (as the result of 1 + 1 = 2) is thought to represent both unity and duality.  Thus, in effect, the number Two symbolizes the joining of two individual opposing forces that are the basis of all existence as there cannot be the one without the other.  Examples of this duality include:  male/female, positive/negative, right/left, creation/destruction, birth/death, white/black, light/dark, fire/water, above/below, Heaven/Hell, etc. 

This concept is beautifully and effectively expressed in the Yin Yang Symbol ~ in which the two opposite energies are contained equally within the infinte circle and within each energy is the dot representing the opposite energy. 

Traditional Yin-Yang Symbol

The number Two is also mathematically interesting because it is the only single-digit number that lacks distinction when added to itself or multiplied by itself ~ in both processes, the result (4) is the same.  This is not true with any of the other numbers:

                                                        1 + 1 =   2                 1 x 1 =   1                       

                                                        2 + 2 =   4                 2 x 2 =   4

                                                        3 + 3 =   6                 3 x 3 =   9

                                                        4 + 4 =   8                 4 x 4 = 16

                                                        5 + 5 = 10                 5 x 5 = 25

                                                        6 + 6 = 12                 6 x 6 = 36

                                                        7 + 7 = 14                 7 x 7 = 49

                                                        8 + 8 = 16                 8 x 8 = 64

                                                        9 + 9 = 18                 9 x 9 = 81

The Number Two is considered as being the link between the conscious emergence of the Ego (represented as the solitary One) and diverse multitude of all of the other numbers (represented by the number 3 and greater).   If we think of all matter as having spirit and as spirit being in all matter, the Number Two is complete in its nature and lacks nothing essential of the whole.  It is the perfect pair, the couple, the duo, the duet, the duad and the dyad. 

Thus, in both ancient and modern numerology, we think of a person whose birthdate or name reveals the numeral Two as being a person who seeks harmony, balance and union of the two distinctive parts in partnership.  Such a person is sociable, charming, cooperative, agreeable, tactful, patient, gracious, understanding, intuitive and sensitive ~ a diplomat, an ambassador of goodwill, a mediator, an artist and healer who is detail-oriented and aware of the nature of opposites and seeks to harmonize and unify them.  The Number Two energy is feminine and emotional in nature with a maternal, nurturing aspect, and Number Two individuals are usually followers or equal partners rather than leaders.

While the developed Number Two individual can be very compassionate, peaceful, considerate, receptive and objective, the underdeveloped Number Two individual can be insecure, indecisive, overly sensitive, subservient, co-dependent, inconsiderate and uncooperative. 

The challenges for the Number Two individual generally lie in finding and maintaining a balance in the opposing forces that the Number Two embodies.  Once this balance is harnessed, the Number Two individual, who seeks unity and not separateness, is the perfect partner in any type of business partnership or personal relationship.

In Love & Light,
Angelika

Numerology: Number One Personality Traits, Characteristics, Challenges

In numerology, your date of birth and your name is associated with certain compound and single digit numbers.  This article explores the personality traits, characteristics and challenges that are correlated to the single digit Number One (1). 

The number One is expressed in the Indo-Arabic (or Hindu-Arabic) numeral system as a vertical line.  In the modern version of this system, the number One stands straight and alone, appearing direct and candid.  In this position, it has been thought to symbolize the connection between Heaven and Earth, representing the flow of life energy.  It was Pythagoras who is said to have noted that the One is both limited and unlimited ~ limited to itself and yet unlimited in other numerals.  In other words, there is only the one in One, but there are 10 ones in 10, 100 ones in 100 and so on.  Hence, it is thought that the One is the first, and from the One, all else is derived.  Here, it is interesting to observe the following:

M A N  :  4 + 1 + 5 = 10 --> 1

A D A M  :  1 + 4 + 1 + 4 = 10 --> 1

Thus, in both ancient and modern numerology, we think of a person whose birthdate or name reveals the numeral One as being a person who is independent, original, bold, confident, strong, determined, courageous, action-oriented, solitary and creative ~ a leader, inventor, visionary, designer, architect, originator and creator. 

While the Number One is associated with such powerful positive qualities, in terms of evolution through the numbers (its place and its expression on the Earthly plane), it is at the first position and thus considered to be a youngster ~ fresh and new with innovative, creative potential but lacking in experience and maturity. The Number One is the ultimate "I AM" consciousness and the Number One individual can be likened to a young child who views the world in the context of "I am at the center", "I am special" or "I am exclusive".  Hence, the person who incarnates with such potent possibilities also has many lessons to learn as his/her soul develops itself on this plane.

These lessons principally involve overcoming purely self-centered, egotistical and selfish desires and ambitions which, if not successfully reconciled in the Number One individual, can manifest themselves as  arrogance, tyrany, manipulation, domination, impatience, stubborness, narrow-mindedness, laziness and fearfulness.

If the Number One individual can master his/her self-centered impulses, s/he can realize his/her full potential on the Earthly plane and be a fearless, courageous, benevolent and generous leader and creator. 

In Love & Light,

Angelika

Numerology : Number 9 in Arithmetic, Geometry and Symbolism

The number 9 has certain curious arithmetical properties which have been observed, studied and noted by ancient and modern shamans, mystics, metaphysicians, mathemeticians, philosophers and others.  To a numerologist and someone who uses Playing (Destiny) Cards and/or Tarot Cards for divination, the role that the numeral 9 plays in these systems, in geometry (sacred and in the "universal blueprint") and in the symbolism that is firmly embedded in the human psyche, is particularly intriquing.  For the record, I will say that in the Playing (Destiny Card) divination system, my Birth Card is the 9 of Clubs and my Planetary Ruling Card is the 9 of Spades.

The 9 in Geometry

The notion that the design and structure of the entire Universe is based on geometry becomes more compelling as one progresses through the study of numbers, the geometrical shapes that form our physical world, and the ever-present symbols that have incorporate the shapes:

"God geometrizes continually" ~ attributed to Plato by Plutarch

"God arithmetizes" ~ Johann Carl Friedrich Guass, German mathematician

It is my personal belief that geometry does, indeed, give us the blueprint for the Universe and this belief lends itself to my abiding interest in the function of numbers.  From a numerological point of view, the numeral 9 is one of those numbers that plays a curious role in geometry (I have included examples of some of the symbols in which each geometric shape is used):

• A circle has 360 degrees (3 + 6 = 9)
• Sun Sign, Yin Yang, The Monad, Ouroboros, Pa Kua, Tomoe (Fire Wheel), Tiratana, Pax Cultura, Peace Sign, Theosophical Society Seal, Pentacle, Seal of Shamash, Seal of The Knights Templar, Sacred Chou (Shou), Sigil of Ameth, Triple Goddess, Triquetra, Yantra, Zia Pueblo Sun Symbol, Celtic Cross, Sun Cross Symbol, Dharma Wheel, Wheel of Life, Cosmogram, Enso, Dreamcatcher, Enneagram, Medicine Wheel, Seed of Life
• A triangle (3-sided polygon) has three angles of 60 degrees each for a total of 180 degrees (1 + 8 = 9)
• Great Seal of The United States, Cancellarius Seal, Freemasonry, Scientology Symbol, Valknut, Triquetra, Yantra, Enneagram, Sigil of Lucifer
• A quadrilateral (4-sided polygon), including the square, rectangle, rhombus, parallelogram, trapezoid and kite, has four angles of 60 degrees each for a total of  360 degrees (3 + 6 = 9)
• Cross, Crucifix, Inverted Cross, Inverted Crucifix, , Saltire (St. Andrew's Cross), Star of Lakshmi, Endless Knot, Rosy Cross, Rub el Hizb 
• A pentagon (5-sided polygon) has five angles of 72 degrees each for a total of 360 degrees (3 + 6 + 9)
• A pentagram (5 pointed star figure) and a pentacle (5 pointed star figure enclosed in a circle) each has five angles of 108 degrees (1 + 8 = 9) for a total of 540 degrees (5 + 4 = 9)
• Druze Star, Blazing Star (Freemasonry), Pentagram, Inverted Pentagram, Pentacle, Sigil of Ameth, Order of the Eastern Star Seal, Star and Crescent
• A hexagon (4-sided polygon) has six angles of 120 degrees each for a total of 540 degrees (5 + 4 = 9)
• The hexagram (or 6 pointed star figure) is composed of two equilateral triangles, with a total of six angles of 60 degrees each, for a total of 360 degrees (3 + 6 = 9)
• Star of David (also called the Jewish Star or Seal of Solomon), Merkabah (Merkaba), Anahata (Heart Chakra), Messianic Seal, Theosophical Society Seal, Raelian Star, Sigil of Ameth

Multiply Any Number by 9 and You Get a ... 9

The number 9, when multipled by itself or any other number, will always reduce back to the number 9:

• 1 x 9 = 9
• 2 x 9 = 18 --> 1 + 8 = 9
• 3 x 9 = 27 --> 2 + 7 = 9
• 4 x 9 = 36 --> 3 + 6 = 9
• 5 x 9 = 45 --> 4 + 5 = 9
• 6 x 9 = 54 --> 5 + 4 = 9
• 7 x 9 = 72 --> 7 + 2 = 9
• 8 x 9 = 81 --> 8 + 1 =9
• 10 x 9 = 90 --> 9 + 0 = 9
• 15 x 9 = 135 --> 1 + 3 + 5 = 9
• 517 x 9 = 4653 --> 4 + 6 + 5 + 3 = 18 --> 1 + 8 = 9
• 2349 x 9 = 21141--> 2 + 1 + 1 + 4 + 1 = 9

Subtract the Reverse of Any Number from Itself and You Get a .... 9

Any number, no matter how large or small, will always reduce to 9 if the reverse of itself is subtracted from the original number and the result is then numerologically reduced:

• 517 - 715 = -198 = -18 = -9
• 2349 - 9432 = -7083 = -18 = -9
• 98347 - 74389 = 23985 = 27 = 9

And, so, just from the foregoing three examples, it is easy to see how pertinent the numeral 9 really is in our physical world.

In Love & Light,
Angelika 

Numerology: How a Numerologist Finds and Sees Your Personal Numbers

These days, many internet sites offer free numerology readings.  In many cases, you are asked to provide your birthdate and your name.  In some cases, you are asked to provide just one or the other.  Based on this information, a software program instantly generates a number (usually from 1 to 9) and a description of the personality traits associated with that number.  While this type of "reading" is fun and entertaining, and is valid to a certain but limited extent, it should not, by any means, be considered a true and complete numerological reading as it does not take into consideration all of your personal numbers.

A complete numerological profile of an individual involves the examination of many numbers.  These include what are typically and variously called the Birth Number, the Life Path Number, the Destiny Number, the Life Lesson Number, the Soul Number, the Soul's Urge Number, the Motivation Number, the Inner Urge Number, the Inner Expression Number, the Personality Number and so on and are often expressed as a "final" single-digit number, typically from 1 to 9.

The "final", single-digit numbers are usually obtained by reducing compound numbers which, in turn, are obtained by reducing 3 and 4 digit numbers.  For example, a 4-digit number such as the year 1960 will reduce to the compound number 16 which, in turn, will reduce to the final, single-digit number 7.   In numerology, this delineation is expressed as 16/7.

In order to get an accurate numerological reading, it is necessary to individually examine each digit in this numerical expression.  Furthermore, it is also important to evaluate the order in which the first 2 single digits appear.  Thus, in our example, all three numbers (1, 6 and 7) are considered both severally and as a whole.  However, we must also look at the order in which they appear because each digit has a certain degree of influence based on where it appears in the sequence.   Thus, for example, the final number 7 could be arrived at as follows:  16/7, 61/7, 25/7, 52/7, 34/7, 43/7, 70/7.   To a numerologist, 16/7 and 43/7 hold different clues and meanings.

Finally, an experienced numerologist will not only study the final numbers and their delineations but, during the course of performing the calculations, s/he will also look for, take note of and consider certain patterns, combinations, sequences, repetitions, etc.  For example, the prevalence or absence of particular numbers and the occurrence of Master Numbers.

In numerology, Master Numbers are generally considered to have a vibration that bestows both special gifts and challenges.  Typically, Master Numbers are not reduced to a final, single digit number and are dealt with in a slightly different manner.   As there are different schools of thought concerning Master Numbers, I will address this in depth in other postings.

I would also like to note that the foregoing information is based on the Pythagorean method, which is the foundation for the modern numerology system that is most often used in the West today.  However, when I look at someone's numerological profile, I also often consult other methods, such as the Chaldean system.  I will discuss other numerology systems in future posts.

In Love & Light,
Angelika

My Spiritual Journey - Part II (of Names and Numbers)

"Sedona Sky Spirit" by Angelika



I cannot pinpoint exactly when my spiritual journey began in earnest, but I have a strong suspicion that I have been on the Path from the very time I came into body, as the circumstances of my birth are somewhat strange.

My Mother states that one evening she felt that it was time, so she packed a small overnight bag and took the last nightly tram to the hospital.  Upon arrival, she was assigned to a bed and told to rest, as she would need her strength.  At some point, she fell asleep and the next thing she knew, she was awoken by the nurse and told that she had had a baby girl.  This may sound quite remarkable, but even the head of obstetrics had apparently commented that they never seen a birth quite like that.  My Mother tells the story laughingly, although it is quite evident that she is slightly embarassed for essentially not being present for the birth of her first (and only) child.

According to my Mother, also noteworthy was that I was very pale ~ nearly translucent.  Upon seeing me for the first time, my Mother's sister gave me my name ~ a Slavic name meaning "illumination" or "light".   The word "light" has the master number 11 (29/11).  Interestingly, my full name at birth also has the master number 11 (47/11). 

In esoteric numerology, and in very simple terms, persons who incarnate under the number 11 are thought to be "old souls" whose purpose is to find the Light and share it with others.   Hence, my spiritual path and soul's purpose was dictated at birth.  So in a sense, the journey began at birth.  However, I believe I was not fully conscious of my soul's purpose until I started my search to uncover why I always felt so different.

As a note, the name "Angelika" came to me from my Spirit Guide during the Indigo/Crystal transition.  It has encoded within it the Slavic name given to me at birth and means "messenger" (from the Greek "Angeliki" or "Angelos").

I will discuss the significance of names, including adopted names, within the context of numerology in great detail in future posts.

In Love & Light,
Angelika

Numerology: Life as Seen by a Numerologist

I cannot imagine life on Earth as we know it today without the existence of numbers.  Can you?  I think we all agree that numerals are essential to the functioning of our world and play a critical role in our individual lives and in our society as a whole.   Without a numeral system that we all agree on, there would be utter chaos. 

Like everyone else, I constantly use, process and rely on numerals to provide me with certain information (such as the value of something), keep track of time, balance my checkbook, make phone calls, measure my blood pressure and for countless other purposes.  However, as a numerologist, I constantly and actively look for and note certain numerical patterns, sequences and combinations, even as I perform the most mundane of everyday tasks, like looking for a particular address.

One might say that I "see" everything (places, things, events and even people) in terms of a numerical value.  Put another way, I view the entirety of life (including the past, present and future) in the context of scrolling numerical expressions and symbols ... much like a stock ticker symbol tape!

It is the symbolic significance of any particular numerical value or expression that interests me.   The symbolism that is associated with the individual numerals 1 through 9 as well as the manner in which they combine in a given context is deeply rooted in humanity's spiritual and cultural history from the beginning of time.  

I am convinced that this timeless and enduring symbolism, although sometimes obscure or hidden and not always readily apparent, is ingrained deep within the human psyche and for this reason, many people often and automatically form and then act on certain associations involving certain numerals - whether they do so with full awareness or not.  For example, many people consider the numeral 7 to be lucky and three 7's (i.e., 777) to be particularly so and may act upon this belief  (when gambling for instance) without necessarily knowing why they hold this belief.

In my early studies of numerology, I discovered that knowing and understanding the "why's" was one of the keys to unlocking some of life's mysteries.  Although numerology, in and of itself, is an excellent analysis and predictive tool, it plays a significant role in other trait/personality identification and divination systems (playing cards, tarot, astrology) as I will explain in other posts. 

In Love & Light,
Angelika

My Spiritual Journey - Part I



Orchid Rendition by Angelika

 In this world, there are no accidents and something has brought you to this page.  Whatever that personal reason may be, you are undoubtedly curious about the person who calls herself "Angelika" and who fills these pages with words that reflect her thoughts, impressions, experiences and channeled messages.

Throughout this blog, I will share aspects of my personal history, spiritual journey, and my life and soul's purpose in the hope that such sharing will foster a connection with you, dear reader.  After all, we are all connected by only a few degrees of separation.

I was born in the Old World into a family with a long history of women healers, intuitives and empaths.  I have been taught that my lineage goes back to before the Burning Times but, of course, as was necessarily the case, the stories of women ancestors who had healing and psychic gifts has been passed down only orally from one generation to the next.  It is a facsinating story ~ one that I am passionate about finally commiting to paper.

From my earliest memories as a small child, I have had an intense interest in anything and everything that could be characterized as supernatural, mystical, mysterious and esoteric.

Presently, through writings, research and other work and activities, I am answering the inner call of an Indigo Elder after carefully nurturing a very strong, life-long interest in and study of various subjects within the philosophical and metaphysical realm.  

Although my interests are quite varied within this sphere, my greatest love and deepest interest lies in the universal language of numbers, the historical and mystical value of ancient signs and symbols, and the significance of archaic secret rituals, rites and belief systems from all corners of the Earth, spanning the ages.  To that end, my expertise is in the playing and tarot card divination systems, both of which incorporate numerology and symbology, as well as astrology.

As a Lightworker, it is my heart's mission to disseminate love and light in the hopes of assisting others in fulfilling their soul's purpose and evolving into their full spiriual potential. 

In Love & Light,
Angelika