Angel numbers are sequences of repeating numbers that some, myself inluded, believe carry spiritual significance. These patterns, such as 111, 222, or 444, are thought to be messages from guardian angels or the universe. While the concept of angel numbers has really taken off in certain spiritual circles over the last few decades, it’s important to point out that they aren’t actually connected to any traditional religious teachings. Here’s why.
Origins and Interpretations
The concept of seeing angel numbers, as we know it today, comes from the work of Doreen Virtue. Back in the late 1990s and early 2000s, Doreen was a big author and spiritual teacher in the New Age movement. It was during this time that she really popularized the idea that certain number patterns carry messages from angels. She wrote tons of books and materials about angel numbers, so she really coined the term and established the practice within New Age spirituality.
According to Doreen, angel numbers combine aspects of numerology with the belief that angels use numbers to subtly guide and talk to people. The idea is that seeing repeating number sequences in everyday life, like on clocks, license plates or receipts, has some spiritual meaning.
What’s really funny is that in 2007, Doreen actually stopped believing in angel numbers and distanced herself from spirituality altogether. By that point, she had become a very devoted Christian and no longer felt angel numbers were real.
Are Angel Numbers Found In The Bible?
While many people associate angel numbers with spiritual significance, it’s important to note that angel numbers are not explicitly mentioned in the Bible. The concept of angel numbers, as we understand them today, is a modern interpretation that blends numerology with spiritual beliefs, specifically with angels or beings of light.
Now, the Bible does contain lots of references to numbers, usually with symbolic meanings. For example, the number seven is often linked with completeness or perfection, while forty tends to be connected to times of testing or difficulties. However, these biblical numbers serve different roles than the repetitive sequences we regularly call angel numbers.
In the Bible, numbers are generally used to represent important concepts or periods of time. But the idea of certain numbers like 111 or 222 appearing multiple times as signs from angels isn’t something that originated from scripture. Angel numbers as a New Age or metaphysical concept integrate numerology, the study of symbolic number meanings, along with the belief that angels try to deliver messages through repetitive digit patterns.
Then Why Do We Call Them “Angel” Numbers?
For one, the term “angel numbers” was popularized by Doreen Virtue in her 1995 book “Angel Numbers 101.” She coined this phrase to refer to the repetitive number sequences that would seemingly appear in her life at meaningful times. The name stuck and now many people refer to these numbers as “angel numbers.”
However, the name implies a spiritual or religious connection that is not inherently there. Angels are not exclusively religious beings, and the repetitive number sequences can be interpreted in many ways. Some believe they carry spiritual messages from the universe, while others see them as mere synchronicities with no deeper meaning.
The main takeaway is that you can call these repetitive number sequences whatever feels right for you. “Angel numbers” is simply a commonly used phrase at this point, likely due to Doreen Virtue popularizing the term years ago. But you could also refer to them as “sacred number sequences,” “synchronicities,” “spiritual numbers,” or “meaningful number patterns.” The name is not as important as the meaning you attribute to them.
How About Islam?
Angel numbers are forbidden (haram) according to Islamic beliefs and teachings. In Islam, the only true source of guidance and revelation is the Quran and the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Muslims do not believe in signs and symbols from angels or supernatural beings other than Allah.
The concept of angel numbers, where sequences of repeating numbers are seen as messages or signs from angels, is foreign to Islam. Muslims are instructed to only follow religious rulings and guidance that come directly from the Quran and authentic Hadith.
Seeing repeating numbers may be a coincidence, but Muslims should not attribute any spiritual meaning or significance to them. Some Muslims who believe in angel numbers argue that angels are servants of Allah and act only according to His will. However, there is no verification of this belief in the Quran or Hadith. In fact, the Quran warns Muslims not to follow any revelation or belief system other than what has been sent by Allah through the Prophet Muhammad.
