If Astrology is the map of the sky, Numerology is the code of the universe. At the core of Pythagorean numerology is the Life Path Number—a single digit that reveals your soul's primary mission.
Think of your Life Path Number as your factory setting. It describes the nature of the journey you are here to take, the challenges you will face, and the innate skills you possess to overcome them.
How to Calculate It
It's simple math, but it requires precision. Take your full birth date (e.g., October 15, 1990) and reduce it to a single digit.
- Month: Oct is 10. 1 + 0 = 1.
- Day: 15. 1 + 5 = 6.
- Year: 1990. 1 + 9 + 9 + 0 = 19. 1 + 9 = 10. 1 + 0 = 1.
- Sum: 1 + 6 + 1 = 8.
In this example, the Life Path Number is 8.
What Your Number Means
1: The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. You are here to innovate and stand on your own two feet.
2: The Diplomat
Sensitive, cooperative, and intuitive. You are here to harmonize and build bridges.
3: The Creative
Expressive, joyful, and inspiring. You are here to communicate and uplift others.
4: The Builder
Practical, grounded, and hardworking. You are here to build lasting foundations.
5: The Adventurer
Freedom-loving, versatile, and daring. You are here to experience change and adaptability.
6: The Nurturer
Responsible, caring, and protective. You are here to serve and care for family/community.
7: The Seeker
Analytical, spiritual, and mysterious. You are here to find truth and wisdom.
8: The Powerhouse
Ambitious, successful, and material-focused. You are here to master abundance and power.
9: The Humanitarian
Compassionate, generous, and idealistic. You are here to help humanity and learn to let go.
Knowing your Life Path number unlocks a massive amount of self-knowledge. It explains why you are drawn to certain careers, why you struggle with certain relationships, and what your ultimate fulfillment looks like.
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