What is Astro-Numerology?

To put it simply, ‘Astro-Numerology’ is astrology and numerology combined. You may not find this terminology in the dictionary; however, it is a term that I prefer to describe both worlds coming together as one. On the one hand, you have numbers. On the other hand, you have the planets and stars. When you mix everything in a bowl, it will turn into fusion food for the soul.

I have created Thursdayinaugust.com to express my passion for numbers as a personal development and self-improvement tool to share the significance and relationship between the esoteric sciences. Astrology and numerology go hand-in-hand. Never rule out one without the other. If you want to understand the workings of numerology, it is important to learn at least the basics of astrology, i.e., familiarize yourself with the houses, zodiac signs, and planets. This is because the energetic vibrations behind the nine numbers in numerology stem from the behavioral qualities of the nine planets used in Vedic Astrology, which is my preferred astrology system.

When I first started learning Western numerology, the meaning behind the numbers made little sense to me. It was all too superficial, and it lacked depth. But when I blended it with Vedic astrology, everything clicked! Hence, I combine Western (Greek) numerology with basic Vedic (Indian) astrology principles. I use the nine planets, a.k.a. Navagraha (Surya-Sun, Chandra-Moon, Mangala-Mars, Budha-Mercury, Guru-Jupiter, Shukra-Venus, Shani-Saturn, Rahu & Ketu) as a base for understanding the deeper meaning, energetic vibration, behavioral qualities, and influence of the numbers one to nine. Therefore, you will come across various astrological references on this site. 

You may find they’re similar if you’re a student of both arts. However, astrology, especially the Vedic system, is quite complex in terms of calculations and carries various in-depth concepts (e.g., Vargas, Dashas, Nakshatras, Karakas, etc.) to unravel the essence, existence, and psychological makeup of a human being. Numerology (particularly the Western system) is easy to learn, and you don’t have to be a math guru to understand its calculations and concepts. In terms of forecasts and predictions, I have to admit that there is a limit to numerology, but that doesn’t mean one tool is better. When you have some knowledge of both and pay careful attention to the universal energies, you may find that your Personal Years, for example, are often in alignment with major planetary transits, such as that of Rahu/Ketu (North Node/South Node), Jupiter, and Saturn. For instance, you might be in a Personal Year 6 (ruled by Venus), while Rahu transits your 6th house and Ketu your 12th house as per your astrological birth chart. What does that mean? Well, this cycle and karmic transit combination could help you remove various obstructions from your life so you can realign yourself and become the most productive you’ve ever been. Certain key areas in your life could get activated. This includes your health, job, finances, family relations, home, value system, pets, service to others, and overall day-to-day life. During this period, you might have to let go of certain unhealthy relationships that no longer add value to your life, or you might have to get rid of old (eating) habits and a lifestyle that does not serve your purpose. At the same time, you could become highly creative and extremely productive in your day-to-day routines; you may get a sudden urge to organize things, do more cleaning around the house, and do more for others than usual. You might also create a new nutrition and workout plan to improve your overall health and mental well-being or establish new career and financial goals for you and your family, while striving to create a healthy, holistic balance between your home and work life.

Apart from the Personal Years and planetary transit alignments, Personal Core numbers may also connect with other essential aspects of an astrological birth chart. For instance, your Life Path, Expression, or Birthday (Psychic) number may be linked to your ascendant/rising, sun, or moon sign. Taking myself as an example, I am a Sagittarius ascendant. My astrology chart ruler, Jupiter (the ruling planet of my ascendant), is also my Expression number, which says a lot about my personality and how I express myself through my talents, skills, and actions.

Another example is that of my Atma Karaka, my soul planet; it is the planet with the highest degree and represents one’s true nature according to Jaimini astrology, another system within Vedic astrology. The planet representing my Atma karaka, the Moon, sits in the 10th house of my chart and is linked to my Birthday (Psychic) number (2). My Birthday number says a lot about my personality and innate talents—the things that come naturally to me. The 10^th house represents my role in society, social status, the type of work I do, my karmic deeds, public life, and the service I provide in the world—paid or unpaid. If I use my Atma Karaka placement and Birthday number constructively, consciously, and wisely, i.e., utilizing my moon-like qualities, talents, and skills to be of service to people, it would make my Atma (soul) very happy. Additionally, since the Moon represents our emotions and feelings, it’s vital that my work environment (10^th house) makes me feel at home. So, you see, my Birthday number 2, and thus the planet Moon, holds great significance for me, as it will guide me on my path in life, being a Life Path 5. 

That said, and based on my personal examples, I hope you have a better understanding of how to combine numerology with astrology in a simplified manner. I also hope it helps you connect your personal numbers with your planetary placements.

Side Note: You should never draw conclusions based on just one or two planetary or numerological placements. Always study your chart from all angles, because you are more than one number, and one simple planetary placement doesn’t give you the full picture of your being. The most important thing is your understanding of the relationship between numbers and their associated planetary energy, so you can apply it in your own life. Once you notice how your astrological and numerological birth charts are connected, you will get clarity. You may even find that there are no coincidences in life. Ultimately, you will gain an in-depth and soulful understanding of the whys, whens, wheres, and wherefores, including your behavioral patterns and personality traits.

The summary table below shows you how the numbers in numerology are related to the planets in astrology. If you’d like to have a similar or more extensive and comprehensive version as a Cheat Sheet, then click here.

 *In Western numerology/astrology, the planets Uranus and Neptune are used to describe the numbers 4 and 7. Both planets carry slightly similar energies to that of Rahu and Ketu.

• To learn more about the astrological signification of the planets, click here.
• To learn more about the 8 most important numbers in your numerology birth chart, click here.