In New York City, all buildings are required to display their house numbers prominently at the entrance. This is a city regulation that works well for buildings with lucky numbers but can have the opposite effect for buildings with unlucky numbers.
Lucky Numbers
Sequences ending in 1, 6, 7, 8, or 9 are considered lucky. Each of these numbers is auspicious, but the number 8 is the most favored. This is because, in Hong Kong, the pronunciation of the number 8 sounds similar to “fa,” which means wealth and prosperity. However, Feng Shui experts consider the number 9 to be the luckiest because it symbolizes the completeness of heaven and earth. The number 9 never changes, no matter what number you multiply it with: 9 x 3 = 27 and 2 + 7 = 9, or 9 x 9 = 81 and 8 + 1 = 9.
The numbers 1, 6, and 8, in any order, are considered a magical combination that brings a lot of luck. Before 2003, the number 7 was considered the luckiest, which is why many things are associated with the number 7, such as the Seven Wonders of the World, the seven days of the week, and the seven arts. However, from 2004 to 2023, the number 8 is regarded as the luckiest. As a result, the number 8 is now highly popular because it symbolizes current and future prosperity.
Unlucky Numbers
The number 4 is considered extremely unlucky. It is deemed the “death number” because, in Hong Kong, the pronunciation of the number 4 is similar to the word for “death” (si). However, some people may still find the number 4 to be lucky for them. In Feng Shui, the combination of the numbers 2 and 3 is considered the worst because it leads to misunderstandings and serious problems in life. Additionally, the number 5 carries extremely negative connotations. In Feng Shui, the appearance of the number 5 in charts signifies very serious issues.
If your business has a lucky number, make sure to display it prominently to attract wealth and prosperity.