Is Numerology Against The Bible

Using numbers to analyze a person's character or divine future is one of the applications of numerology. The Bible expressly forbids it to be utilized in this manner. There isn't a single verse in the Bible that teaches or endorses numerology. Rather, the Bible constantly condemns divination and the like, which numerology falls under because it is predictive in nature.

Many Christians believe that gazing at astrological charts, seeking counsel from mediums, and other such activities are harmless kinds of entertainment. The Israelites frequently committed the same error and turned away from God, despite God's explicit warnings.

According to Deuteronomy 18:9-14, “When you enter the land that the Lord your God is giving you, don't learn to emulate the nations' abhorrent ways. No one among you should sacrifice his son or daughter in the fire, indulge in divination or sorcery, interpret omens, practice witchcraft, or cast spells, or be a medium or consult the dead. Anyone who performs these things offends the Lord, and the Lord your God will drive those countries out before you because of their abominable ways. Before the Lord, your God, you must be spotless. Those who practice sorcery or divination are listened to by the nations you will conquer. However, the Lord your God has not given you permission to do so.”

Does the Bible use numerology?

The symbolic use of numbers throughout the Bible, such as the three in God's triune essence, is known as Bible numerology.

The quadriga, or four tiers of interpretation, were acknowledged by the early church. They are as follows:

In this sense, numerals are frequently utilized symbolically in Bible scriptures to expose the truth. Understanding the numbers can help you become more aware of the divine perfection of God's word in your Christian life.

Why is astrology banned in the Bible?

God is claiming that astrologers will be able to predict future events accurately, but that this will not be enough to save rulers who defy God.

The prophet Jeremiah declares in Jeremiah 10:2 that the stars have important information about the future and that no one should be “terrified” by it.

What is the numerology of Jesus?

The number 888 is frequently used in the international labor movement to represent the eight-hour workday. Workers demanded 8 hours of labor, 8 hours of rest, and 8 hours of personal time.

The number 888 is commonly associated with Jesus, or more specifically Christ the Redeemer, in Christian numerology. This representation can be justified using gematria, which involves counting the letter values of the Greek transcription of Jesus' name, or as a counter-value to 666, the Beast's number. The Church father Irenaeus criticized the numerological portrayal of Jesus with the number 888, as the sum of the numerical values of the letters in his name, as complicated and an act that reduced “the Lord of all things” to something alphabetical.

As a manner of strengthening the digit 8, 888 in Chinese numerology usually symbolizes triple wealth. The number 8 is frequently connected with tremendous success, wealth, and spiritual enlightenment on its own. As a result, 888 is regarded as triple. As a result, addresses and phone numbers beginning with the numerical sequence 888 are thought to be exceptionally lucky, and may attract a higher price as a result.

What the number 30 means biblically?

The number thirty can also symbolise Jesus Christ's sacrificial death. In the year AD 30, it is widely assumed that Jesus was crucified. Judas had betrayed Jesus for thirty silver pennies prior to his death (Matthew 26:15), which Judas tried to return after he realized he was condemned (27:3).

Is numerology a real thing?

The most widely used numerology today is based on the teachings of Pythagoras, an ancient Greek philosopher. The study of the energy and vibration of numbers is known as numerology. It's difficult to dispute that the ancient knowledge of numerology is real once you start learning what your numbers say about you.

Does the Catholic Church believe in numerology?

Pagan religions that assigned mystical connotations to numbers and natural objects dominated the society in which the Christian religion and the Catholic Church were created. The study of mystical links between numbers and occurrences is known as numerology. Although the Catholic Church has long believed in the significance of numbers, it rejects the methodical divination associated with numerology.

Do Christians believe in astrology?

I'll never forget listening to the pastor tell us about the three wise men in Sunday school. I was curious as to how they could have known that Jesus would be born just by following the special glowing star that guided them through the sky. I didn't realize the three wise men were astrologers until years later. As I began my astrological therapy journey, this information provided me serenity.

I previously worked for a devout Christian who was wary of me because she knew about my astrological interests. She was well aware that I was known for including it in my counseling sessions with teenagers and families. She came up to me one day and said, “This weekend, I was teaching Sunday school for the first time, and I was astounded to learn that the three wise men were astrologers.” When she asked if I would look at her natal chart, I recalled smiling. She told me after our counseling session, “Everything you said simply confirmed all of my life experiences and the way I am.” Simply by allowing me to analyze her birth chart and life experiences, her mind was opened up for the first time.

Many Christians are allowing their minds to be opened to possibilities they had never considered before. According to a recent survey, roughly 30% of Catholics said they believed in astrology. There were 13% of white evangelicals who claimed to believe in astrology. Many of my clients are becoming more interested in astrology as a tool for self-awareness, based on my personal experiences as a registered clinical social worker.