0 and 7

Here, we have two numbers that together hold multiple meanings (no surprise, I know). We start off with a tendency to use one’s hidden, unexplored potential to explore one’s mind and psychology, uncover concealed knowledge and undergo inward spiritual quests. Next, the order of these digits could be important symbols: like the 0 being led by the guidance and drive of the 7, or the 7 being the arrow flying precisely towards the 0 as the target. Lastly, we discuss the role of the coming together of both of these “perfectionist powerhouses” when it comes to topics of perfection and wholeness, all of which can have major implications in our lives as a whole. 

First, consider that both of these are quite spiritual numbers in their own right: the 0 with its connection to the vast infinity of not only the physical universe, but the spiritual source of all creation (according, of course, to your beliefs). However, the important difference here is that the 7, being the flame of spiritual introspection, reflection and eventual realization converts the sleeping, unaware potential of the 0 to active spirituality like a pseudo-1 in this situation, where, like the firestarter, it becomes the activating force, only here it is specifically geared towards uncovering hidden knowledge, exploring one’s mind and psyche, and spiritual power and potential, versus the 1, which is more interested in mundane, worldly, material and ego-focused conversions of the 0’s potential into goal-seeking activity, adventure and life. In short, seeing these numbers together may ask us to harness our potential to engage in such spiritual introspection.

Expanding, in a sense, upon the previous concept, I invite you to closely analyze the unique symbolism of the 0-7 combination, but precisely in this sequence. I see the 0 as the “ship” of our lives, and the 7 as the “sail” of that ship which, upon catching the wind of inspiration and passion, guides and propels the ship of our lives towards whatever goal we are seeking. In fact, the sail of the 7 can also be seen as a forward pointing arrow, pulling a person (the 0) forward, kinda like a hang-glider or even para-sail. All this symbolism then lends itself to seeing the 7 as a kind off guru or “master” of sorts in this special numbers combination, which becomes our guiding force to reach a particular goal or destination. It’s interesting to note that this order of digits also almost looks like the symbol of Mars, with a circle attached to a forward and upward pointing arrow, indicative of being led and driven by one’s motivations to create a powerful, forceful and direct missile-like movement towards one’s goals, kinda like the 1. In fact, we can also take this sequential story to mean that we are exiting (the forward pointing arrow) the chaotic “black hole” of our mind, with its relentless attack of negative thoughts (obviously the 0) to a point of spiritual peace, calm and self-control. However, like everything, there is a positive and negative side to it. So, negative here could be an abandonment (forward pointing arrow of the 7) of the spiritual dimension (the 0, left behind) in search of only material concerns. In hindsight then, the sight of 0-7 couplings may demand us to look and see where we need to be led by the guidance of a wise person, or accurate knowledge, or one’s passion, or a combination of all of these, to reach a particular achievement, goal or endpoint. It could also remind us to check if we are maintaining our spiritual drive and passion, or leaving it behind out of boredom to only wrap ourselves up in the sheer banality of physical existence.

Suppose now that we reverse and flip the sequence. This would mean that you have 7-0 in that succession. To me, this represents a simple arrow (the 7) pointing towards the unknown (the 0). Naturally then, this would have a few implications like: a sense of adventure, the willingness and courage to explore the unknown, the maturity to undergo a journey, or the next step in a journey, where the path is totally unknown, foreign, unexplored and perhaps even dangerous, but necessary for one’s growth. Of course, it could just be a reinforcement of the 7’s original theme of going within and exploring one’s inner world and mind, such as related to psychology and psychiatry, or something deeper, such as spirituality. However, it can also be proposed that the 7 pointing to the 0 could symbolize an arrow flying towards its target with great precision, and so, the need for accuracy and precision in anything: a theme which flows effortlessly into the following paragraph. But guess what? I forgot to mention the downside of the 7-0 arrangement; so, what is it? To answer it, let’s return to the point about the aforementioned exploration of one’s mind: a few clear problems that can result from the analysis of one’s own mental processes is the resultant obsessions, delusions and extreme introversion that can arise from it; the reason being that the mind, by design, cannot stop thinking and working, and if we attempt to endlessly analyze and ruminate over the chaotic ocean of our own thoughts, it can become a never-ending, spiraling, hair-splitting affair leading to more thoughts and therefore, more analysis, generating an endless vicious cycle of thoughts, much like in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. What’s worse, the very analysis of our own thoughts can deceive us and lead us down a rabbit-hole of delusions since, much like the observer effect in quantum physics, the very act of analyzing our thoughts can change the type and course of thoughts that arise, causing us confusion. Now, this all relates to the quality of pathological introversion in that we may become so wrapped up and hypnotized by the drama of our own mind and psyche to the point that we may develop all these neuroses and disorders while losing touch with the outside world and other people (the extrovert part). So anyways, this special sequence of numbers could be inviting us to hold such an adevnturous, curious and introspective attitude to a particular area of life in order to explore and master them, and to grow in the process. Yet, at the same time, this number configuration may also be warning us of the dangers of becoming so caught up in the confusing over-analysis of the fog of our own minds.

Finally, consider the fact that both of these digits lay an emphasis on the themes of perfection, wholeness and completeness, much akin to the 10. The 7’s exaggeration of such themes has been aforementioned and the 0, represents the eternal circle, which is considered to be the perfect shape according to many cultures. Actually, symbolically I see the 7 after the 0 as indicative of a complete and perfect seven-coloured rainbow (the 7) arching across the Earth (which is also a perfect circular globe, more or less). Anyways, when we fence in these two numbers together, it leads to an urgent highlighting of things like perfectionism and completeness. Of course this can plainly indicate things like pathological rigid perfectionism and neuroticism in one’s personality, manifesting perhaps as OCD, for example. Yet, it can also just mean that you need to devote extra and special attention to a task at hand to make sure you really get the best possible result for yourself, such as preparing for an academic final exam, or analyzing a potential life partner for marriage to make sure they are the perfect person for you.