Numerology is presented as an age-old science that focuses on finding the essence of every personality. It is described as the study of the mystical relationship between life and numbers, based on the numerical calculation of letters in names, with each letter having a corresponding number. These numbers are used to evaluate personality, life events, and to predict the future. It is said to indicate the purpose of life and the challenges, obstacles, and opportunities one might face. Like astrology, it claims to provide insight into what can help and what cannot in one's life.
Each person is associated with multiple numbers in numerology, calculated in different ways. Each number indicates a certain phase of personality or future. The different indicators in numerology include the Life Path number, Destiny number, Personality number, and Soul Urge number. MomJunction’s numerology calculator provides these insights by entering a name and date of birth.
Major Numerology Systems
There are many types of numerology systems, with three being the most popular: the Pythagorean (Western), the Chaldean, and the Kabbalah systems. Every system differs in its methods of calculations and interpretations.
The Pythagorean (Western) System
The Pythagorean system's origins are linked to Pythagoras, the Greek mathematician renowned for his solution to the hypotenuse of a right triangle. This is the system that MomJunction uses. It assigns letters of the alphabet to 1-9 numbers and calculates the life or soul number using a chart. The resultant number is reduced to a single digit value, as the Pythagorean system works only on single digits.
The Chaldean System
Originated in ancient Babylon, this is one of the oldest numerology systems in the world. In this system, the numbers assigned to each letter are not as systematic as in the Pythagorean method but are based on the vibrations of a specific letter. This system uses a formula by assigning letters to the numbers 1 to 8, but no letter is assigned the number 9, which is considered a sacred or holy number. However, nine is accepted as a resultant number when it comes as a final sum.
The Kabbalah System
This system originated from Hebrew mysticism and studies only the name. It includes 22 vibrations ranging from 1 to 400. Because this system takes only the name and not the birth date into consideration, it is not widely used.
Core Numerological Calculations
Life Path Number
The Life Path number is identified as the most critical number in the numerology chart. It is calculated using the birth date and reveals strengths, weaknesses, challenges, lessons, and events likely to face in a lifetime. This number helps to see the path more clearly and spot opportunities.
To calculate the Life Path number: 1. Consider the complete birth date (e.g., October 19, 1982). 2. Bring down the month, day, and year to single digit numbers by adding them. * Month: October is the 10th month. Add 1 + 0 = 1. * Day: Day 19. Add 1 + 9 = 10. Add the digits to get a single digit: 1 + 0 = 1. * Year: 1982. Add 1 + 9 + 8 + 2 = 20. Add them further to get a single digit: 2 + 0 = 2. 3. Add the resultant single digits to get the life path number. * 1 (month) + 1 (day) + 2 (year) = 4. * Therefore, the Life Path number is 4.
Note: The only exception to reducing the numbers to single digits is when the result ends with 11, 22, and 33, which are called Master numbers.
Destiny Number (Expression/Name Number)
The Destiny number is calculated using the first name and surname. It is also known as the expression, name, or namank number.
To calculate the Destiny number: 1. Consider the birth name (first name and surname; middle name can be included if applicable). For instance, Isaac Sandeep. 2. Assign each letter of the name a number based on the Pythagorean chart (A=1, B=2, C=3, D=4, E=5, F=6, G=7, H=8, I=9, J=1, K=2, L=3, M=4, N=5, O=6, P=7, Q=8, R=9, S=1, T=2, U=3, V=4, W=5, X=6, Y=7, Z=8). * ISAAC: I=9, S=1, A=1, A=1, C=3. Sum: 9+1+1+1+3 = 15. Reduce: 1+5 = 6. * SANDEEP: S=1, A=1, N=5, D=4, E=5, E=5, P=7. Sum: 1+1+5+4+5+5+7 = 28. Reduce: 2+8 = 10. Reduce: 1+0 = 1. 3. Finally, add the individual destiny numbers to get the single digit that will be the final destiny number. * For Isaac Sandeep: 6 + 1 = 7. * Therefore, the Destiny number is 7.
Note: The exception to reducing numbers to one digit applies here as well (11, 22, 33 are Master numbers).
Personality Number
The Personality number is calculated using only the consonants of the full birth name.
To calculate the Personality number: 1. Consider the full birth name and select only the consonants. For instance, Frank Doe (F, R, N, K, D). 2. Assign each consonant a number from the chart (using the same mapping as the Destiny number). * F = 6 * R = 9 * N = 5 * K = 2 * D = 4 3. Add up the numbers. If a two-digit number is obtained, add them again to get a one-digit personality number. * 6 + 9 + 5 + 2 + 4 = 26. * Reducing to single digit: 2 + 6 = 8. * Therefore, the Personality number is 8.
Soul Urge Number (Vowels)
The Soul Urge number is calculated using only the vowels of the full name.
To calculate the Soul Urge number: 1. Consider the full name and use only the vowels. For instance, Anthony Kalu (A, O, A, U). 2. Assign a numerical value to each of the vowels in the name (A=1, E=5, I=9, O=6, U=3). * A = 1 * O = 6 * A = 1 * U = 3 3. Add the values and reduce to a single digit (unless it is a master number). * 1 + 6 + 1 + 3 = 11. * Therefore, the Soul Urge number is 11.
Name Compatibility and Bridge Numbers
The name chosen should match the Life Path number to enable the enjoyment of associated benefits and prevent possible conflicts in the future. For best results, various combinations of a name should be tried to check which is compatible with the birth date.
If there is no compatibility between the name number and the Life Path number, the bridge number should be checked. This number can make the individual numbers in the chart more compatible, lessening the gap and making the relationship more agreeable. If the bridge number is not agreeable, the individual is likely to face sorrows, burdens, and failures. To avoid this, one may change the name.
The bridge number is the number that connects the two numbers and allows a smooth interaction of their energies. It is calculated as the difference between the name number and the birth date number.
Interpretation of Numbers
Good Numbers
Good numbers are those that show a good impact on one’s life, although this depends on individual beliefs. They are proposed depending on a person’s name, first name, surname, date of birth, etc. Some of the good numbers in numerology include 1, 3, 7, 9, 15, 21, 25, 31, 33, 37, 43, 49, 51, 63, 67, 69, 73, 75, 79, 87, 93, 99.
Bad Numbers
Bad numbers show a negative impact on one’s life. They also depend on a person’s belief or experience with that particular number. 13 and 4 are often regarded as bad numbers.
Privacy and Belief
The Numerology Calculator does not save any of the information or data provided. It is safe to use and share with others. Numerology is a matter of one’s belief.
Conclusion
Numerology offers a framework for understanding personality traits, life challenges, and potential paths through the study of numbers derived from names and birth dates. By utilizing systems such as the Pythagorean method, individuals can calculate key indicators like the Life Path, Destiny, Personality, and Soul Urge numbers. These calculations provide insights that can guide name selection for compatibility and personal alignment. While specific numbers are traditionally viewed as favorable or challenging, the practice remains a personal belief system intended to offer clarity and direction.