Numerology is easy, so it seems. In case you wanted to know the number your name makes you just need to pick a table which shows you the numerical value assigned to the letters of the alphabet. With the help of this table, you then convert your name into a series of numbers. Lastly, you add all the numbers together, and voilà—there you have your name number!
But wait, what if you get interested in the ‘How’ behind the assignments of numbers to letters? What if you wanted to know the original source of the table you just used? If you are also familiar with astrology, you might start to wonder if there are correspondences between numerological and astrological symbolism. Soon you notice that there are many numerology systems, and they all use more or less different assignments of numbers to letters and planets. You become also aware that those systems vary in how they are used and interpreted. Suddenly, you find yourself in a state of great confusion. Welcome to the jungle of numerology systems! Continue reading Investigating Correspondences Between Numerology and Astrology Part 1 — Foundations of Numerology