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Tarosophy® FastTrack Sheet 2: Numerology
Introduction
Why learn numerology? Particularly as a Tarot reader, numbers may seem a long way from
the visual images of the cards, particularly if we have only a dim and not too pleasant
memory of mathematics at school. However, numbers form the basis of Tarot, and as the
research mathematician Ian Stewart writes “by using mathematics to organise and
systematize our ideas about patterns, we have discovered a great secret: nature’s patterns
are not just there to be admired, they are vital clues to the rules that govern natural
processes”. 1 When we use Tarot to divine these natural processes, numbers can be another
pattern we use as a clue to our interpretation.
In this Tarosophy® FastTrack Sheet, exclusive to Tarot Professionals, Ed Peterson will
introduce you rapidly to a simple exercise of numerology, point you in various directions of
study, and give you further websites and resources to explore Numerology as part of your
Tarot studies or in its own context. Do enjoy the discovery, and feel encouraged to continue
your journey in this fascinating subject!
If you wish to explore Numerology more fully, you might consider Numerology Basics at
www.numerologyvbasics.com or Numerology by Ed Peterson. You can also calculate your
Numbers or those of your friends, partner, family and colleagues at Ed’s comprehensive site,
www.learnthenumbers.com.
Firstly, we give you the fast track list of things to do to get you started in Numerology!
10 Things to Do
1. Buy and read Numerology and the Divine Triangle by Faith Javane and Dusty Bunker.
2. Refer to the chapters in Manly P. Hall’s The Secret Teaching of All Ages on Pythagoras.
3. Buy Numerology by Ed Peterson which is a great reference guide.
4. Read about the Platonic and Archimedean Solids to see how numbers create structures.
5. Learn about Sacred Geometry (see Reading List) to see how numbers create patterns.
6. Start to reflect on the numbers 0, 22, 56 and 78 which are the most common in Tarot.
7. See how the numbers balance out in a Tarot spread and use that as part of your reading.
8. Research Gematria, the numerology of Kabbalah. What is the Gematria of Achad?
9. Calculate out Key Numbers for yourself and someone you know and place them in
relationships. Start to see this relationship in your readings between the numbered
cards. How does a reading with three “Two” cards in it affect the “Five” card in the
spread, for example?
10. When you are ready, add a brief Numerological calculation into your services.
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Ian Stewart, Nature’s Numbers: Discovering Order and Pattern in the Universe (London: Phoenix, 1995) p. 1
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Notes
Numerology takes us the basic building blocks of the Universe and Consciousness. How we
create mathematics to describe the Universe and how the Universe arises in patterns
discernible by numbers is a fundamental concept. In Kabbalah, the world is seen being
created by “numerical emanations” and Numerology is a key device to unlock its mysteries.
Numerology also provides a common language between other divination systems, such as
Astrology and the I‐Ching. If you’ll pardon the pun, it’s a common denominator.
A Practical Exercise
In numerology the most important and perhaps also one of the easiest calculations is what
Faith Javane and Dusty Bunker term the life lesson in their book Numerology and the Divine
Triangle. You can easily calculate your Life Lesson number which represents the lessons you
must learn in this lifetime and is most significant in your choice of career. Javane & Bunker
also suggest that even a business or idea has a moment of birth, and thus a life lesson for
that business or project can also be usefully calculated.
Calculating your Life Lesson Number/Tarot Card
The formula is: month + day +y+e+a+r of birth = one’s life lesson number
The method is as follows for your own or another’s birth date:
1. Convert the month of birth to the appropriate number:
January = 1 July = 7
February = 2 August = 8
March = 3 September = 9
April = 4 October = 10
May = 5 November = 11
June = 6 December = 12
2. Use the day of birth as the number itself, for example, 30th = 30, 4th = 4, etc.
3. Break the year of birth into its separate numerals and add them together, so for example
1965 = 1+9+6+5 = 21.
Example
So using November 30th, 1954 as an example, the math is:
11 + 30 +1+9+5+4 = 60 = this person’s life lesson number
All of the life lesson numbers also correspond with a Tarot card. We have provided a table
for you to consult the appropriate number, keywords and Tarot card.
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In this case the number 60 corresponds to the Six of Swords. A 60 or Six of Swords life
lesson is about moving forward, making progress, leaving your troubles behind, thinking
outside of the box … this will (or should) be reflected in your choice of career.
We have only provided the numbers and keywords for 4‐71. Mathematically it is only
possible for someone alive today to have a life lesson number between 4 and 71.
So you can now calculate your own life lesson number using the formula:
Life Lesson Number = month + day +y+e+a+r of birth
Then refer to the list below and discover the nature of your life lesson. The Tarot card that
corresponds to the life lesson number is in parentheses. For the numbers 4 through 22 the
Roman numeral of the Tarot card (trump card or major Arcana) is listed instead of the Tarot
card name. So for 4, we have IV, which is the Emporer.
The Numbers 4‐71 and KeyWords
4 (IV) Virgoan. Order. Work. Cleanliness. Details. Meticulous. Neat. Tidy. Hygiene.
Specifics. Organized. Perfectionism. Duties. Tasks. Routines. Functional. Exacting.
Handy. Telos. Fastidious.
5 (V) Experiences. Variety. Knowledge. New. Excitement. Versatility. Sampling. Taste.
Flavor. Buffets. Novelty. Variance. Variations. Variable. Vacillating. Changeable.
6 (VI) Harmony. Domesticity. Family. Food. Feelings. Cancerian. Nature. Animals. Pets.
Comfort. Family time. Family room. Kitchen. Meals. Cooking. Vibe. Vibration. Moody.
7 (VII) Self‐control. Self‐restraint. Deep thinking. Pondering. The thinker. Silence. Quiet.
Stoic.
8 (VIII) Discipline. Grounded. Practical. Pragmatic. Strength. Power. Control. Business.
Status. Recognition. Prestige. Prominence. Commands. Executive. Management.
Administrative. Supervisor. Business sense. Foundation. Structure. Solid. Sturdy.
Concrete. Tangible. Regimented.
9 (IX) Wisdom. Guidance. Mastery. Completion. Well‐rounded. Sage. Hermit. Recluse.
10 (X) Opportunities. Prosperity. Coincidences (God‐incidences). Synchronicities.
Serendipity. Destiny. Fortune. Fate. Circumstances. Setting. Placement. Timing.
Fortunate. Ganesha. Boons. Bonus. Prizes. Rebate. Free. Freebies. Complimentary.
Gratis. Chance. Randomness. Shuffle. Coin toss. Predestination.
11 (XI) Fairness. Justice. Equality. Parity. Scale. Weigh. Balance. Deserve. Just desserts.
Legal dealings. Outcomes. Consequences. Karma. Akarma. Vikarma. Mercy.
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12 (XII) Faith. Trust. Believing. Believer. Enlightenment. Self‐surrender. Rishi. Seer.
Saints. Prophets. Mediums. Aura. Different. Phenomenon. Reversals.
13 (XIII) Personal growth. Personal development. Transformation. Metamorphosis.
Evolution. Evolving. Changing. Flux. Adapt. Unfolding. Development. Advances.
Transition. Gradual. (Re)build.
14 (XIV) Moderation. Tolerance. Diversity. Inclusive. Sex appeal. Sexy. Sex symbol.
Diet. Petite. Slender. Slim. Waist. Waistband. Abs. Navel. Girth. Girdle. Liberalness.
Libertine.
15 (XV) Resisting temptations. Self‐promotion. Marketing. Advertising. Commercials.
Ads. Client. Sponsorship. Endorsements. Branding. Packaging. Sales pitch. Sales.
Buying & selling. Purchase. Commerce. Marketplace. Supply. Demand. Commodity.
Products. Merchandise. Items. Merchant. Salesperson. Retail. Vendor. Cost. Profit. On
commission. Auctions. Bidding. Peddle. Wares. Goods. Services. Lend. Borrow. Trading.
Swap. Bartering. Exchanges. Transaction. Money. Spending. Receipt. Invoice. Taxing.
Tariff. Fees. Secular. Wants. Desires. Sense pleasure. Sensuous. Voluptuous.
16 (XVI) Surprises. Shocks. Instantaneous. Sudden. Astonishment. Astounding.
Spectacular. Awesome. Amazing. Amazement. Speechless. Unprecedented. Surpass.
Exceed. Transcend. Awakening. Revelation. Epiphany. Liberation. Awe. Reverence.
Deify. Powerful speaker. Powerful voice. Microphone. Bullhorn. Megaphone.
Loudspeaker. Thunderstruck. Stun. Startle. Limits. Caution. Electricity. High voltage.
Overload. Live wire. Aviation. Stratosphere. Lightning. Jolt. Spark. Flash. Abruptly.
Unpredictable.
17 (XVII) Optimism. Inspiration. Hope. Vision. Visualization. Affirmations. Longevity.
Healing. Cures. Miracles. Angels. Air. Oxygen. Respiration. Breath of life. Prana.
Pranayama. Inhale. Water walker. Star. Stargaze. Realism.
18 (XVIII) Reality‐testing. Art. Illustrator. Sculpture. Sculpting. Imagination. Surreal.
Dreams. Sleep. Past‐lives. Psychic. Tarot. Divination. Augury. Conjure. Archetype.
Subconscious. Subliminal. Unconscious. Suggestion. Subliminal. Hypnotize. Hypnosis.
Moon. New moon. Full moon. Eclipse. Twilight. Nighttime. The dark. Shadows. Murky.
Swamp. Fog. Haze. Unseen. Maya. Illusion. Unreal. Strange. Bizarre. Doodling.
Cartoons. Astronomy. Telescope. Outer space. Fiction. Fantasy. Science fiction.
Paranormal. Supernatural. Distortions. Ghosts.
19 (XIX) Radiant. Shining. Beaming. Vitality. Life force. Achievement. Attainment.
Accomplishment. Hard earned success. Enduring. Vivasvan. Sun. Sunlight. Sunshine.
Daylight. Daytime. Solar. Sunny disposition. Basic identity. Conscious purpose. Present
day. Summer. Sunflower. Suntan. Pale. Vitamin D.
20 (XX) Conscience. Resolutions. Turning point. Judgement. Forgiveness. Atonement.
Repentance. Penance. Contrition. Reparations. Making amends. Restitution. Pardon.
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New start. Fresh start. First step. The beginning. Opening scene. Opening line. Kickoff.
First pitch. Reset. Restart. Contraption.
28 (Two of Wands) Bold. Daring. Heroic. Survivor. Possibilities. Overcoming obstacles.
Personal power. Willpower. Powerful. Unstoppable. Invincible. Bulletproof.
Fearlessness. Weightlifting. Bodybuilder. Audacity. Temerity. Vulnerability. Reckless.
Same‐sex.
29 (Three of Wands) Self‐confidence. Self‐assurance. Coordination. Adept. Skills.
Talents. Competence. Expertise. Specialty. Combine. Teamwork. Cooperation. Duo.
Duet. Collaborate. Collaboration. Consult. Consultant. Participation. Participant.
Architect. Blueprint.
30 (Four of Wands) Thankfulness. Appreciation. Gratefulness. Gratitude. Cherish.
Blessings. Please. Thank you. Alleluia! Luxury. Style. Fashion. Clothing. Clothes.
Apparel. Wardrobe. Khaki. Soccer. Golf. Polo. Cricket. Softball. Garden. Gardening.
Grapes. Vineyard. Wine. Silver spoon.
31 (Five of Wands) Competition. Challenges. Tests. Contests. Contestant. Runner‐up.
Competitor. Contender. Opponent. Scrimmage. Sparring. Practice. Training. Trainer.
Martial arts. Wrestling. Grappling. Drums. Scramble. Stir. Catalyst.
Reaction. Risk. Controversy. Contention. Provocateur. Provoke. Instigate. Tease. Taunt.
Ruckus. Noise. Dissonance. Cacophony. Disturbance. Struggles. Strife.
32 (Six of Wands) Winning. Victory. Triumph. Champion. Mighty. Glory. Pride. Top 10.
First place. Number 1. Better. The greatest. The best. The biggest. Giant. Huge.
Gigantic. Humongous. Colossal. Mammoth. Ginormous. Super‐sized. Goliath.
Juggernaut. Behemoth. Blockbuster. Majority. Mainstream. Conformity. Consensus.
Democracy. Freedom. Liberty. Independence. Autonomy. Sovereign. March. Parade.
Nationalism. Patriotism. Flags. Banners. Anthem. Olympics. Medal. Trophy. Awards.
Crown. King. Apples. Baseball. Home run. Grand slam. Slam dunk. MVP. Bingo. Simple.
Easy. Ease. Convenience. Cushion. Gadgets. Gizmo. Shopping.
33 (Seven of Wands) Courage. Bravery. Valor. Valiant. Backbone. Spine. Loyalty.
Captain. Cowboy. Cowgirl. Cowboy hat. Hat trick. Big hat. Sombrero. Country. Ranch.
Rodeo. Bulls. Bolero. Taco. Moxie. Bravado. Machismo. Cojones. Braggart. Buckle.
34 (Eight of Wands) Speed. Pace. Quickness. Rapidity. Swiftness. Fastness. Dexterity.
Agility. Nimble. Energetic. Acceleration. Momentum. Locomotion. Velocity. Rate. Quick.
Quickly. Exhilaration. Adrenaline. Wirey. Energy. Fuel. Gasoline. Motor. Engines. Rev.
RPM. Combustion. Circuit. Ignition. Battery. Transportation. Vehicle. Cars. Driving.
Steering wheel. Race track. Bicycle. Cyclist. Spinning. Ride. Saddle. Pedal. Brakes. Tires.
Wheels. Traction. Races. Relay. Laps. Sprinting. Footing. Road. Lane. Traffic. Express.
Trains. Locomotive. Subway. Railway. Bus. Shuttle. Passenger. Urgent. Hurry. Rush.
Busy. Zip. Zoom. Turbo. Boost. Dash. Dart. Windmill. Hydraulic. Turbine. Pump.
Funnel. Flow. Circulate. HVAC. Vent. Duct. Tube. Pipes. Cool. Heat. Boiler. Radiator.
Antifreeze. Coolant. Thermostat. Therm. Fahrenheit. Celcius. Kelvin. Temperature.
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Warm. Toasty. Hot. Sweat. Simmer. Boil. Roast. Barbecue. Bake. Oven. Stove.
Furnace. Crackling. Fiery. Fizzle. Burn. Matches. Lighter. Flame. Torch. Candle. Wick.
Lit. Smoke. Blaze. Fire. Firefighter. Fire extinguisher. Flammable. Volatile. Combustible.
Incendiary. Implosion. Tamp. Explosive. Blast. Dynamite. A fuse. Fireworks. Firecracker.
Skyrocket. Meteoric. Orbit. Satellite. Trajectory. Fleeting. Barrage. Volley. Consecutive.
Streak. Rapid fire. Incoming. Archery. Quiver. Arrow. Rocket. Missile. Silo. Torpedo.
Launch. Fling. Catapult. Propulsion. Helicopter. Torque. Propeller. Spin. Turn. Rotate.
Whirl. Swirl. Twist. Twister. Tornado. Unleash. Target. Bull's‐eye. Marksman. Aim.
Hop. Rabbit. Hare. Swerve. Mitochondria. Carbohydrates. Calories. Honey. Hornets.
Wasps. Buzzing. Humming. Hive. Swarm. Sting. Scratch. Itch. Rash. Blister. Skin. Flesh.
Complexion. Inflammation. Injection. Red. Redhead. Nozzle. Siphon. Pop. Cap. Lid.
Compressed. Pressure. Venting. Steam. Geyser. Gush. Leak. Spill. Rupture. Volcano.
Lava. Cone. Plume. Ash. Cinder. Spew. Flare. Fireball. Inferno. Wildfire. Heat wave.
Hot spell. Coal. Smokestack. Chimney.
35 (Nine of Wands) Perseverance. Persistence. Endurance. Stamina. Resilience.
Durability. Outlast. Continue. Duration. Distance. Farthest. Steady. Stay. Maintain.
Protein. Immune system. Antibodies. Immunity. Self‐defense. Defenses. Guarded.
Shield. Vigilance. Preparations. Ready. Equip. Equipment. Furnish. Provision. Tool kit.
Activation. Marathons. Local. Insurance. Inheritance. Trust fund. Heir(ess). Bequeath.
Gatekeeper. Minor leagues. Junior varsity. Second stringers. Rookies. Adhesive. Glue.
Resume. Continuity. Capacity. Reservoir. Insulation. Warn. Warning. Threatening.
Imminent. Weary. Preemptive. Prevent. Intervention. Interrupt. Interception.
Incomplete. Quarterback. Temporary.
36 (Ten of Wands) Managing. Delegating. Workload. Trek. Backpack. Shoulders. Carry.
Bend. Skateboard. Roller skate. Rollerblade. Helmet. Shovel. Adoption. Weighty
responsibilities. Debt. Credit cards. Baggage. Burdens.
37 (King of Cups) Benevolence. Heartfelt. Heart‐centered. Father. Dad. Fatherly advice.
Grandfather. Grandpa. Paternal. Parental. Emotive. Musician. Singer. Guitar. Piscean.
Hydration. Hydrophilic. Wet. Soak. Bathe. Bathtub. Splash. Swimming. Diving. Surfing.
Surfboard. Waves. Aquatic. Fish. Fishing. Boat. Boating. Sailing. Lake. River. Goggles.
Bubbles. Foam. Tank. Aquarium. Watermelon. Beverage. Water. Juicing. Liquidarian.
Drinking. Pubs. Bars. Bartenders. Cocktails.
38 (Queen of Cups) Caring. Nurturing. Support. Feelings. Emotions. Mom. Mothering.
Grandmother. Grandma. Maternal. Mother's intuition. Baby. Babying. Babysitting. Grab.
Embrace. Hugs. Squeezing. Touching. Massage. Cuddling. Nuzzle. Nestle. Nest. Cocoon.
Wrap. Blanket. Sensitive. Palpable. Taproot. Trace. Echo. Mirror. Protect. Sheltering.
Groceries. Deli. Cafeteria. Chef. Culinary. Cater. Cooking. Stomach. Digest. Burp.
Feeding. Nurse. Milk. Lactation. Dairy. Cheese. Eggs. Oxytocin. Hormones. Moist.
Birthing. Coo(ing). Babbling. Hands. Mitt. Paw. Bear. Cubs. Nest. Cow. Mammal.
Bosom. Cleavage. Chest. Octopus. Tentacles. Clamp. Suction. Absorb. Sponge.
Sentimental. Attachment. Affected. Pajamas.
39 (Knight of Cups) Charm. Idealism. Ideals. Romantic. Dating. Dreamy. Poetic. Poetry.
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Tarosophy® FastTrack Sheet 2: Numerology
© Tarot Professionals Ltd & Ed Peterson, 2010 www.tarotprofessionals.com
Tarosophy® FastTrack Sheet 2: Numerology
© Tarot Professionals Ltd & Ed Peterson, 2010 www.tarotprofessionals.com
Tarosophy® FastTrack Sheet 2: Numerology
© Tarot Professionals Ltd & Ed Peterson, 2010 www.tarotprofessionals.com
Tarosophy® FastTrack Sheet 2: Numerology
© Tarot Professionals Ltd & Ed Peterson, 2010 www.tarotprofessionals.com
Tarosophy® FastTrack Sheet 2: Numerology
© Tarot Professionals Ltd & Ed Peterson, 2010 www.tarotprofessionals.com
Tarosophy® FastTrack Sheet 2: Numerology
Recommended Links
• http://www.learnthenumbers.com
• http://www.numerologybasics.com
• http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pythagoras
Recommended Reading
A more comprehensive approach to numerology can be found in the books Numerology by
Ed Peterson and Numerology and the Divine Triangle by Faith Javane and Dusty Bunker.
Mary K. Greer’s Tarot Constellations (shortly to be republished as Who Are You in the
Tarot?) has a range of numerological based exercises for determining your personal destiny
cards and patterns.
Matthew Goodwin provides a comprehensive work on Numerology in two volumes of
Numerology: The Complete Guide. You may like to read Robert Lawlor’s Sacred Geometry:
Philosophy & Practice, and the small Platonic & Archimedean Solids by David Sutton to see
how these numbers create shape and pattern in geometry and structures.
You can then also begin to see how these shapes are evident in Tarot symbols – the High
Priestess card is card number 2, she sits between 2 Pillars. The letter B is the 2nd letter, J is
the 10th letter. She has a 4‐armed cross on her breast. The word TORAH has 4 letters, 1 hand
is concealed and 1 hand is revealed. She sits on what may be a 6‐faced cubical altar. Her
Lunar Crescent Headdress has the 3 phases of the moon. All these give a range of additional
symbolic interpretation to deepen your reading skill.
Tarot Twist by Marcus Katz and Tali Goodwin also contains a short exercise to turn your
name into a Tarot Spread (Exercise 31 of 78).
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