What numbers bring happiness: what is believed in Chinese numerology

Since ancient times, people have been looking for signs and symbols that could bring them luck and happiness. For example, numerology plays a big role in Chinese culture, so it is believed that numbers have a meaning and have a special influence on a person's fate.

According to the belief, some numbers are considered unlucky, while others are considered particularly lucky, such as 2, 6, 8, and 9. The Interia Kobieta publication tells about their meaning in more detail.

Chinese numerology is also known as "Lo Shu numbers" – it is one of the oldest numerological systems in the world, originating in ancient China.

Despite the fact that numerology is considered a pseudoscience, some Chinese people still use it when choosing the floor of a house, a phone number, etc.

2

The number two in Chinese numerology symbolizes cooperation and unity. It means prosperity, easy achievement of goals, and a career.

Two is also associated with partnership and support.

6

It is believed that the number six has properties that attract wealth and material goods. It plays a role when it comes to removing obstacles that arise on the way to a goal.

In Chinese, the number six is also associated with the words "a flow" and "to flow".

8

The eight is primarily about money, success, and prosperity.

The shape of the eight is symmetrical, which further guarantees harmony and balance. No wonder it is considered a favorite number of people involved in business.

9

Another lucky number is nine. It is considered a symbol of the unity of earth and sky.

Nine is supposed to promote well-being and recognition in the environment. Since it is the largest number, it is also credited with other magical properties. For example, 9 is also a symbol of eternal love.

As for two-digit numbers, lucky ones include the number 3, which symbolizes birth and life.

In addition, 18 is the only two-digit number that brings prosperity.

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