Alphabet Numberology
Numerology 5
The traits of Adaptability, Independence, Experiences …
Numerology of the Single Digit 5
How is the Number 5 Defined?
The number 5 is a dynamic and vibrant force. This number is defined by curiosity, freedom, and adventure. It is about experimenting and experiencing.
Those with the number 5 in their Numerology charts are adept at glowing with the flow. They will easily thrive in any environment or situation that they find themselves in. Life is full of possibility and the 5 keeps an open mind in order to experience as much of it as they can.
The 5 is happiest when they can experience something new. As a result, they tend to avoid the routine and the predictable. In work and in love, they will move from place to place in exploration of what they want. They will try several things, sometimes only for a few days or weeks, before moving on. If there is monotony or routine involved, you can be sure they’re not going to stick around too long.
The Traits of the Number 5
Where the Number 5 appears, it brings instability and change. There is a deep desire for freedom of thought, freedom of expression, and freedom of action. They hate being tied down, or forced to do something against their will.
By understanding he influence that the number 5 brings into our Numerology charts, we can understand their strengths and shortfalls. This allows us to work with the energies that the 5 provides in order to achieve our goals.
Experiential
The 5 sees wonder in everything. They are fascinated by anything new and their curious nature leads them down unexpected paths. It’s not only the “path less traveled” that draws them, they want to experience it all. They want to experience all that life has to offer and they learn best by doing it or living it themselves.
Adaptable
The 5 is versatile, progressive, and flexible. This allows them to easily fit in no matter where they go, and they do go to the strangest places. They like being free to move and be it their job, their lovers, their friends, the country they live in, and almost anything you can think of may change. The 5 know how to fit in and make people feel comfortable while learning from the experience.
Independent
Dogma, ideology, and groupthink are words you would not associate with the 5. They are individuals who form their own opinions and choose their own adventures. This also allows them to change their mind about things. With a good enough reason to, they will debate politics, religion, or any other topic with a passion. However, their views can be swayed.
Irresponsible
The uncontrollable desire for new experiences means the 5 is constantly living in the moment. It is difficult for them to consider the long term. They tend to procrastinate on things that bore them and won’t commit to anything long term. Their experiential nature makes it easy for them to fall to addiction.
Living in the Moment
The thing about the 5’s “come what may” attitude and ability to adapt is that they lack plans. It is difficult enough to commit to anything a week ahead, setting goals that takes months or years to achieve is not likely to be successful. They lack foresight and planning and instead trust in their ability to “wing it”.
Impatient
Their short attention span and lack of direction can sometimes make the 5 impatient. They are prone to setting very unrealistic timelines for their goals or expect their efforts to pay off way before they are ready. They want to get their experience and move on, not realizing that some things just take time.
The Life Path 5
If you add up the numbers of your day, month, and year of birth, then reduce it to a single number you get your life path. If that number reduces down to a single digit 5, then you are a Life Path 5.
Those with a Life Path 5 are constantly seeking adventure and crave new experiences. You can count on them to avoid routines as well as anything predictable. A typical 9 to 5 job would be torture for them and a cubicle is akin to a jail cell.
You can expect the Life Path 5 to change career paths several times in their lifetime as they seek out something that they enjoy. Eventually, settling on something that allows them some sort of freedom. Very often entrepreneurship appeals to them or a career that requires travel (or a travel related industry) will satisfy their freedom for movement.
Socially the Life Path 5 does very well. They make friends and acquaintances where ever they go. As they are sociable and adaptable to new situations. The connections they have are far and wide.
Romantically, their sense of adventure and thrill-seeking nature makes them exciting to be around and they easily attract lovers. The downside is that the 5 doesn’t stick around for long. Settling down or being in a long-term relationship can seem smothering to them as it affects their freedom.
Famous Life Path 5 People
These are famous people born with the Life Path 5. These are people with a strong sense of self. They have had interesting careers and very likely their life experiences have given them a unique take on their career that shot them to fame.
Stephan Spielberg
Abraham Lincoln
Uma Thurman
Angelina Jolie
Tarot and the Number 5
In the Tarot, the number 5 is represented by The Hierophant.
Note that while the Hierophant commonly symbolizes narrow-mindedness, it is only a superficial understanding of the card. Remember that the Tarot originated in the 14th or 15th century, the Church back then is different from organized religion today. In order to fully appreciate the meanings and dimensions of the Hierophant you need to view this in the context of organized religion in earlier times.
The Hierophant wears an ornate robe of red which covers a white tunic. He sits on a chair decorated with elaborate carvings. At his feet two disciples are kneeling and there are two golden keys, these represent the tools of the Magician. The stone pillars beside the Hierophant represent the structure of the church; colored in grey they symbolize that the building is secondary to the understanding of religion.
The lesson of the Hierophant is to provide spiritual direction and guidance. Traditionally, the Church offers an organized, methodical path to spirituality. However, following doctrine and dogma doesn’t require understanding. This results in a very superficial understanding of enlightenment as most do not develop an experience of the divine, only of the church and its agents.
The 5 has a broader view of religion and spirituality, casting aside the dogma and traditions of organized religion to seek their own experiences. It is through this direct experience that they experience the divine for what it is and they develop this over time. After all, if someone tells you about religion it’s a matter of belief but if you experience it yourself it’s a matter of understanding.