Lucky numbers are increasingly playing an important role in many people’s lives. People are willing to spend large sums of money to own “lucky” license plates, house numbers, account numbers, and most commonly, phone numbers.
They choose numbers that are considered lucky, such as 8 or 9.
Number 8
Number 8 is seen as extremely lucky, especially when we are in the 8th period of the Flying Star cycle. This period lasts 20 years, starting from February 4, 2004, and ending on February 3, 2024.
Governed by the Eight White Star (representing number 8), this period is considered the most prosperous, bringing wealth and abundance.
If your birthdate or gua number is 8, this number is particularly significant for you, and you should try to incorporate it into your life as much as possible. Consider wearing jewelry that features the number 8 or the endless knot symbol.
The endless knot reflects Buddhist philosophy on the cycle of reincarnation, with no beginning or end. It symbolizes a life free from troubles, illness, pain, or failure. It is also a symbol of faithful love.
In Cantonese, the number 8 is pronounced similarly to the word for “prosperity” (發, faat), making it especially favored.
Numbers that Combine Well with 8
- Number 3: Number 3 is a friend of 8, as the two numbers create the lucky 3-8 combination in the River Map.
- Number 2: When combined with 8, it totals to the lucky number 10, thus also considered auspicious.
- Number 1 and Number 6: Together with 8, they form the 168 combination, which includes the three White Stars (One White, Six White, and Eight White) and is considered very lucky.
Number 9
While number 8 is popular, number 9 is also regarded as very lucky. According to numerology, this number is even luckier than 8, which is why a license plate with 9999 is considered more “beautiful” than 8888.
In mathematics, 9 is a number that never changes. Multiplying 9 by any number always results in a sum of digits that equals 9. For example, 9 x 7 = 63, and 6 + 3 = 9; or 9 x 8 = 72, and 7 + 2 = 9.
Thus, 9 is considered a steadfast, enduring number that brings luck and wealth. In Chinese, “九” (nine) sounds like “久” (long-lasting).
Those born on the 9th or with a gua number of 9 should activate this number in their lives. Remember that 9 symbolizes the South and the element of Fire.
Therefore, you should place symbols of the number 9 in the southern part of your home. This could be paintings of 9 birds, 9 horses, or 9 ripe peaches. For those born under the Horse sign, number 9 brings even more luck.
Numbers that Combine Well with 9
- Number 1: Although number 1 (Kan) symbolizes Water, which extinguishes Fire (number 9, Li), it still combines well with 9 to create the lucky total of 10.
- Number 4: Along with 9, it forms the lucky 4-9 combination in the River Map, bringing wealth both now and in the future.
Number 6
This number is considered a Heaven number (Qian). Currently, number 6 does not have any special power but remains lucky. It is particularly good for the father in the family or those who need the assistance of noble people.
Number 6 is also beneficial for men who are leaders. If their gua number or birthdate is also 6, activating this number in the Northwest will bring more luck.
In Chinese, 6 sounds like the word for “smooth” or “smoothly,” so activating this number will help overcome obstacles and make the path to success easier.
You should activate the Northwest area of your home or the room you use most often. Place 6 crystal balls or 6 yellow quartz spheres, or use metal items to enhance the power of number 6.
Crystal balls or yellow quartz bring Earth energy, which supports the Metal energy of number 6.
Lucky Combinations
When a number is repeated 2, 3, or more times, it brings different kinds of luck.
- Repeated 2 Times: Repeating any number twice brings good fortune, implying doubled happiness (double joy). It represents the consistent nature of the universe, the union of male and female, Yin and Yang. Duplicate numbers increase the luck contained within single digits.
Similarly, 2 number 1s together form 11, which is also considered auspicious. Number 11 is a master number in numerology as it is the first digit to be repeated. It symbolizes balance and intuition.
If your lucky number is 11, you will often find success thanks to intuitive guidance. Number 1 represents the beginning of everything, and 11 is a double of 1, making it even luckier.
- Repeated 3 or 4 Times: Numbers like 111 or 1111 are even more special. They are very lucky for those born on January 11th or November 1st.
The Rule of Threes
According to the concept of luck, the trinity of Heaven – Earth – Humanity is always central. Only when this triad is present is there significant luck.
This also creates other trios such as father-mother-child; body-language-mind; and the triad in astrology (Pig-Rabbit-Sheep, Monkey-Rat-Dragon).
From this perspective, a lucky combination of 3 different numbers is much better than repeating the same number 3 times.
The combination 1-6-8 is considered the most beautiful of all. In Chinese, 168 means “the prosperous path” or “common prosperity.”
This trio is even more meaningful if your gua number includes one of these three numbers. When people with gua numbers 1, 6, and 8 work together or live in the same house, and activate this combination, luck and balance are sure to follow.