Weekly Numerology: The 23rd Week of the Year...

The twenty-third week of the year is ruled by the planet Mercury and the archetype of "The Hierophant", which are our connections to a deeper understanding of the knowledge and wisdom that bring meaning and purpose to this life path. Mercury is the planet of intellect, and helps us communicate through various forms of speaking and writing, or personal expression with the support of technology. It reminds us how important communication is in shaping our realities, and how we can better align with our values through clear, honest, and authentic conversations. Mercury really has us deep in thought, and journaling, studying, and learning to help the mind be used in the most productive ways. In order to sleep better in this very mental energy of Mercury, take long walks, soak in a foot bath before bedtime, or anoint the feet with a calming plant essence like Lavender before sleep to help ground the mind back down to the Earth. Be extra cautious when it comes to one's belongings and personal space. Mercury can be deceptive and can create the atmosphere for theft, dishonesty, or other forms of deceiving behaviors.

"The Hierophant" is our higher connection to the sacred wisdom of the universe and the initiation into the ancient teachings that are handed down from generation to generation. Whether it is a mentor, teacher, spiritual guide, or religious leader, "The Hierophant" is the figure that brings all of the spiritual principles into our day to day experiences. Through rituals, sacred practices, and the wisdom displayed in our daily actions and behaviors, this archetype leads us to deeper insights and understandings that help us make better decisions for our lives. "The Hierophant" helps us embody the spiritual journey beyond learning and understanding. There becomes a choice to follow a path or teacher, or to learn and grow from many sources and then seek deeper wisdom and guidance from within. When we are looking for deeper meaning in our lives, a teacher (or sacred teachings) finds and initiates us on this spiritual path toward our destiny. It may look differently for everyone, but all roads lead to one path of Light. This archetype is the bridge we take to get from higher knowledge to deeper wisdom, and from an innocent curiosity to a daily spiritual practice. This week offers an opportunity to question, listen, learn, grow, and mature into the knowledge, wisdom, and understanding that guide our higher questions. We are able to experience and embody the teachings that help us discover who we are and what our higher purpose may be. As a bridge between the physical and higher worlds, Mercury and "The Hierophant" help us feed our curiosity while helping us refine our perceptions, beliefs, and thoughts to be more in alignment with our greater purpose and the powers of Love, Wisdom, and Truth.