Dr. Nikki's Numerical Meaning For Number Five

Dr.Nikki's

Numerical Meaning Of
Number Five

The meaning of "five" is found here.

Tarot Association: In the Tarot deck the Fives are
always messengers of unusual demands or challenges.
Whenever a Five appears in a spread, the individual is
sure to be tested within the boundaries of the suit within
which it resides. Difficulties are associated with the

number Five which is felt to be a point of imbalance and instability. Five in its
most positive sense shows us the challenges we need to face to move forward
on our path. It is the simple fact that we must face these challenges to move
forward that cause discomfort for many with the number five.

Kabalistic Link: Five is the second of the Lesser Countenance of the
Cosmos on the lower plane. With its focus on growth and abundance, the

Lesser Countenance says much about us and our
life path. Known as Geburah in the Kabalistic
hierarchy it represents both strength and severity.
Geburah is not the loving father as displayed in
Chesed. Geburah is the warrior King ready to
mount his chariot and lead his legions to war. He
commands respect. There are ramifications for
wrong action and inappropriate behavior. Chesed
is needed in times of peace, but when challenged
Geburah steps forth. Here is the fear of the Lord
and of the law which is the beginning of
achievement of true wisdom. Geburah’s
destructive force is the same that allowed the
Phoenix to burn and then rise from it’s own ashes.

Aligned with Vishnu (preserver) and Shiva (terminator) Geburah and the more
moderate Chesed are as indispensable to each other as Yin and Yang. One
builds and the other breaks down in an endless cycle of balance. Here we find
the warlike qualities of the planets Mars and Saturn on the lower arc. Geburah
is associated with the Tarot suit of Swords…double-edged, they can cut both
ways.
Evil is perceived as many things, but in Kabala it is defined as misplaced force;
misplaced in both time and place (or space). Appropriate and timely force is
appreciated. Untimely or misplaced force creates discomfort. Geburah also
teaches the rule of sacrifice. Many environmentalist who study Kabala focus on
Geburah because Geburah is the ultimate representation of cause and effect.
In our modern lives we use words like growth, expansion, advancement to talk
about change that we enjoy. That which we don’t we consider destructive
(because it makes us uncomfortable). However, Geburah teaches that you have
to take a little of the bitter with the sweet. Geburah talks of the appropriate
balance in all aspects of your life. Love can be a blessing beyond compare;
allowed to degenerate to obsession, it is a dangerous situation indeed. Balance
in all things is attributed to the message of Geburah.

Pythagorean Description: Pythagorus and his followers called Five
the Pentad. It was recognized as a point of balance because it was the union
of both an odd and even number. It was called “equilibrium.” The number Ten
was considered to be the perfect number within the Pythagorean theory. By
being able to divide the perfect number perfectly in half, Five held importance
on a wider scale.
Many modern Wicca uses the Pentagram as an outward expression of their
faith; like the Christian wears their cross, and the Jew the Star of David.
Most do not realize the associations of the Pentagram are much older. The
Greeks held that the Pentagram was the sacred symbol of light (now you know
why most kids learn to draw 5-pointed stars as one of the first continuous
complex lines they create). Said to represent health, many sacrifices were
given to the Gods in factors of five when a petitioner was sick. The Pentad
was related to the Fifth Element (not normally recognized as an element today)
of Ether. Ether is free, Ether holds no relation, correlation, nor subjugation to
any of the other four elements. Ether is considered to be the first of the higher
elements, capable of escaping the bounds of the first four “earthly” elements.
As the point of balance the Pentad was considered to represent the high and
the low; the beginning and the end; the fulcrum and the plow; Five (along with
Six) is one of two numbers that even when multiplied by themselves (or squared)
that the original digit remains in the far right position of the result. (i.e. 5 x 5 =
25). This gives a positive growth factor, even if the growth was not expected at
the time.
The Pentad represents the highest of the highs and the lowest of the lows.
Without the extremes we would be unable to find the area we considered the
center. Without knowing heat how can we understand cold? Without the
understanding of sacrifice how can we understand abundance? These are the
challenges inherent in the Pentad.
The Ether was considered the ultimate spiritual. Ether was in and around all
things. By the very fact of existence one interacted with ether. The Pentad,
the Five, was associated with those seeking mystical knowledge and inner
meaning. Ether, the basis of vitality and life, the soul essence, the absolute,
was a spiritual link to all the other elements of Earth, Air, Fire and Water.
Even today we refer to someone “slaying dragons” when they are approaching
a difficult task. The root of this symbolism lies in the deep past when
philosophers would represent the earth under the symbol for a dragon. Many
heroic stories speak of the strong man, normally in the vigor of his youth, told to
go forth and slay the dragon. The allegories relate back to the Pythagorean
theory that the monad (the sword or weapon of the hero), is forced into the body
of the dragon (the Tetrad), from there is formed the pentad. In all the stories
the Pentad is achieved because our eager hero is finally faced with the choice
between material gain and doing the right thing. This is normally a
representation of good winning over evil; caring over apathy; love achieving
where hatred failed; the achievement of the spiritual nature to a position of
prominence above the material nature.
In the Bible there are four rivers that pour out of the Garden of Eden. These
four rivers are believed to be direct representation of the four elements and the
ether that runs through them all. Christian philosophy recognizes the elements
by assigning them to the realm of Ezekiel, a Cherubim composite who watches
over the elements of matter. Remember that 5 is the great balancer. Through
balance, through understanding of the extremes, through the process of wisdom
one achieves a higher state of thought and existence.

For Agrippa the Five was the number of justice. Justice assumes proper
balance. Justice, not law, is the great equalizer. (Ever notice how the words
justice and law don’t even share a letter?) On the numerology block, the
important of balance represented by 5 is obvious when seen in the context of its
central location within the block. It is also the center position of the Emotional
Level (2-5-8) in analysis.

General Characteristics: Fives are often seen in the entertainment
industry or motivational speakers because their enthusiasm is contagious.
Whether it’s a new project at the office, or finally getting everyone to pitch in
and get things ready for the change of seasons, Fives bring a balance and
enthusiasm that soon has others ready to jump on board and help with the
endeavor. Friendly and passionate, they are sometimes seen as overly
emotive. Definitely having a flair for the dramatic (when they so choose), Fives
can also fade into the woodwork when need be. Normally popular and enjoying
the congenial companionship of groups, Fives are great communicators and
“small-talkers.” But don’t discount Five as being nothing but a “small-talker!”
You’ll end up loosing in the bargain. Many who have underestimated a Five
have rued the day. Freedom is important to Fives as they must follow their own
inner path. Adaptability to change (and helping those who deal with it less
easily) is one of your greater strengths. Fives are willing to take risks and do
what they feel is the right thing, no matter the cost, because of the very idea
that it is the right thing to do. As we all know, the right thing and the easy
thing are rarely one in the same; that’s why appropriate choice and balance
must be maintained. You may be a bit of a ditheree-do and scatter your energy
here and there. Planning isn’t your forte and you prefer to enjoy your life
rather than plan it. Fives are also said to be exceptionally spiritual people
because it was through the power of Five (the ether) that God was able to link
humans into the collective will. Hence, it is through the Five that our connection
with the higher power is solidified.

Equational Associations:
Fadic Number: As a Fadic Number Five represents those with a wander lust.
Restless by nature you prefer travel to putting down roots. You’re a great
“idea” guy or gal, but not the best choice to be project manager on a project
with a hard dead line. The lesson for the Five is that you do need to learn to
see things through all the way. By starting but never finishing, you deny
yourself the true rewards of long term efforts seen through to achievement.
Your challenge is to learn how true and long-lasting those rewards can be.
Challenge; Personality; Name and/or Destiny Number: Normally friendly,
lively and popular you know how to charm people, and you are charmed by them
as well. You enjoy travel and feeling the movement under your feet whether in a
car, train, plane, snowboard or jet ski! It’s the act of movement that you
crave. Your natural perchance for courtesy gets you through where others
would be reprimanded. Your capability for incorporating change makes you
easy to get along with. However, your changeable nature makes it difficult to
cement strong long term relationships.
Life Number/Fate Number: Those who are fortunate enough to have Five as
their Fate Number are blessed indeed. For Fives things seem to come easily.
Fives seem to have a second sense about everything and they apply it across
the board – most times without even realizing they did so. Your love of freedom
can be awe-inspiring because you will fight tenaciously to defend it. Your
personal resourcefulness (both inner and outer) allows you to give free rein to
your curiosity – which can sometimes get you in trouble. You crave the finer
things in life (but are willing to work to get them). However, the downside is
that you are probably more prone to overindulgence and/or addiction than most
others. And, once caught in additive acts, habits, consumptions or behaviors, it
is difficult for you to change the habit. Appealing to your curiosity is normally
the best way for others to gain your attention. The spirituality of Five is not
ignored in the Life/Fate computations. Many who have taken on a spiritual
calling for their life’s work are Fives.
Psychic Number: Your Psychic Number relates directly to the numbers in your
date of birth. Since the numbers of days in a month are limited, there are a
limited number of equations or dates that can be reduced to any specific single
digit. There are those that are born on the date itself and then nuances
between the different birth days. With a base of Five they all share similar
attributes, but there are differences that should be noted:
5th – heightened senses (major 5); generous; eager; spaciousness; willingness.
14th – combination of ego and logic; balanced; discriminate use of senses; detail.
23rd – sensitive and active; dynamic and creative; balanced; spiritual; in tune.

Lover’s Match:
A Five relationship is interesting to say the least. “Never a dull moment”
probably wouldn’t even come close to defining these relationships! Five
relationships are always unique and differ from the norm. Don’t look for your
standard Ozzie and Harriet Nelson situation here. Those committed to a Five
relationship will make it work, but the reason it works is because both partners
have been allowed to do it their way.
1 + 4 = slow start, long commitment; comfort; push-me/pull-me; companionship.
2 + 3 = communication; appropriate behaviors; always getting to know you more.
5 + 9 = lots of distance but when you’re together that’s all you need; loyalty;
love.
6 + 8 = good team; communication flows; solid union; never tire of each other.
7 + 7 = mystery and chemistry; remember to be lovers as well as friends; couple.