When Friday the 13th approaches, you may feel a twinge of fear or excitement because there is a superstition that the day is full of good or bad luck. It can happen one to three times a year, depending on whether the year is a leap year. 2023, it happened in January, and now it’s in October. This will happen once in 2025 and three times in 2026. So let’s take a look at the origins of the date and numerology of October 13, 2023 so you know what energies to expect since the numerology value of the day is three.
What is the origin of Friday the 13th?
The concrete origins of Friday the 13th have yet to be discovered. Yet the fear and excitement surrounding the date probably began in the latter part of the 19th century, due to the combined stories, religious beliefs and folklore behind it. The idea of negative things (or perhaps, in some cultures, positive things) happening on that date began to become more common after the late Thomas W. Lawson published his novel “Friday, the Thirteenth” in 1907. popular in the 1980s for the horror film series ‘Friday the 13th’.
It is speculated that one of the origins of the date comes from Norse mythology regarding the Loki story. There was a dinner with 12 Norse gods without inviting Loki. Why did that happen? Let’s take a look at that.
The potential origins of Friday the 13th superstition in Norse mythology
In Norse mythology, the story of Loki not being invited to dinner with the twelve Norse gods is known as “Loki’s Insult” or “Loki’s Argument.” The reason behind Loki’s exclusion from the dinner varies depending on the different versions of the myth.
According to one popular version, Loki was not invited because he was considered a mischievous and unpredictable deity. Because of Loki’s cunning nature, the gods feared that he would disrupt the harmony of the gathering. They feared his company would cause chaos or trouble.
Another myth states that Loki was not invited because he was not considered a true god. Unlike the Aesir, Loki was a Jotun, a giant or a being from another realm. He was therefore excluded from the dinner because the gods did not consider him part of their divine circle.
A resentful Loki, excluded from the dinner, eventually turned to mischief and betrayed the gods because of his anger. Later stories often attribute Loki’s antagonistic actions against the gods to this event.
According to the Farmer’s Almanac, it is believed that Friday the 13th may have originated from the story of Loki’s Insult, as he was the 13th “god” to cause trouble. But above all, the superstition probably had a more Christian religious origin, such as that of the Knights Templar.
How the Knights Templar may be connected to Friday the 13th
In the 20th century, it was believed that superstition arose because of the story of the Knights Templar, a prominent religious military order. In particular, the Temple of Solomon and the Poor Knights of Christ committed blasphemy in the presence of Philip IV, King of France. They were arrested for it and tortured, including being burned at the stake in Paris. Others in the military had no choice but to make false confessions of blasphemy and shared the same fate.
That incident took place on Friday, October 13, 1307, so it would have happened exactly 716 years ago. That’s probably where the origin took place more than the Loki’s Insult story. Another superstition surrounding the date is also of religious Christian origin and relates to the Last Supper.
How the Last Supper relates to Friday the 13th
In the biblical story of the Last Supper, which took place on Maundy Thursday, the day before Jesus’ crucifixion on Good Friday, Friday the 13th is associated with The Last Supper. Before his death, Jesus shared a final meal with his disciples at the Last Supper, an important event in Christian tradition.
Thirteen people, including Jesus and his twelve disciples, attended the Last Supper. The arrest and crucifixion of Jesus are traditionally attributed to Judas Iscariot, one of the disciples. As a result, the number 13 is associated with bad luck, betrayal and misfortune.
With the fear of the number 13 and the belief that Friday is bad luck, Friday the 13th became a very unfortunate superstition. The presence of the Last Supper in this story has given this superstition cultural and historical associations. However, it is essential to note that this superstition has no religious or scriptural connection.
However, because there are several historical and mythological reasons for how Friday the 13th became an unlucky day, many people developed a phobia of Friday the 13th. The phobia is called Paraskevidekatriaphobia or Friggatriskaidekaphobia, because that term comes from Norse mythology, as Frigg is the Norse Friday goddess.
That is why many people with this phobia do not do anything important on Friday the 13th, such as making purchases, arranging weddings or celebrating a party. And 13 is not just a number associated with bad luck because of The Last Supper. In numerology, 13 is a malefic number, or a karmic debt number. However, there is an important lesson in this number.
Karmic Debt Number 13 Meaning in Numerology
Number 13/4 is often associated with karmic debts in numerology, as it is one of the four Malefic numbers, along with 14/5, 16/7 and 19/1. Karmic debt figures are believed to represent lessons or challenges that an individual has adopted from past lives. They require attention and growth to overcome the karmic debt associated with these numbers.
Therefore, if your life path is 13/4, or if you have a birthday on the 13th of any month (whether it is October 13 or a Friday the 13th or not), there are karmic lessons you need to learn.
As a karmic debt number, 13 represents transformation, turmoil and the need for personal growth. Consider the Death Tarot card in the Major Arcana. This is the 13th card in the deck, which deals with endings and transformations.
The numerology chart of an individual with this number may indicate unresolved issues or imbalances related to self-expression, independence, or transformation. In the present, these problems may be related to past actions, decisions, or behaviors that need to be addressed and resolved.
A karmic debt number 13 is often associated with challenges and obstacles that force individuals to become more confident, embrace change and assert their individuality. Their ability to stand up for themselves, make independent decisions, and overcome fear or insecurity may be tested. The lessons associated with karmic debt number 13 facilitate personal growth and transformation.
Now that you know the likely origins of Friday the 13th, superstition, and why 13 is considered unlucky in many cultures, what is unique about the last Friday the 13th in 2023? Let’s discuss this.
How will the last Friday the 13th impact you?
The last Friday, the 13th of 2023, is, as you know, October 13th. Numerologically speaking, apart from the day with a karmic number, you have some beneficial energies that you can use for this day. When you add the numerology for the day, which is 1+0+1+3+2+0+2+3, it is 12, which reduces to 3, making it a numerology day “3”.
A numerology day “3” is associated with creativity, self-expression, communication and social interaction.
There is a strong connection between the number 3 and creativity and artistic expression. Writing, painting, music or theater can inspire you to be creative, explore your imagination and express yourself through different forms of communication.
Effective communication is also associated with the energy of the number 3. It suggests a day when you feel more comfortable expressing your thoughts, ideas and emotions. This is an excellent time to participate in conversations, network, speak publicly or share information.
There is a strong correlation between a numerology day and sociability and the desire to connect with others. It means a peaceful and enjoyable period of social interaction. During this time you can build relationships, socialize, attend social events, or collaborate on creative projects.
Number 3 is associated with lightheartedness, optimism and joy. A positive attitude and enthusiasm are encouraged. You may feel more playful, humorous and joyful during this time. When you approach life with joy and optimism, you can see the positive side of things.
Three numerology days are ideal for expressing yourself creatively, communicating effectively and interacting socially. You feel inspired to express yourself, connect with others, and embrace a positive, joyful attitude when you feel this way.
Therefore, this “3” energy will illuminate the heavier energies associated with the date of the 13th, along with the balancing Libra energies, making the last Friday, the 13th of the year, a lighter day. Since you have an element of transformation associated with the number 13, you can help make some positive changes within yourself by engaging in creative pursuits such as writing, making music or painting.
If you choose not to do any of that, this is an excellent day to discuss self-improvement methods with your friends so that you can get feedback and encouragement from them and do the same for them.
If you are one of the many people in the world who dreads Friday the 13th, you can relax knowing that the last one, 2023, will have a lighter, optimistic and creative energy associated with it. It should also help you understand how the Friday the 13th superstition, as it may be derived from Loki’s Insult, originated in Norse mythology. However, it probably stemmed from the Templar incident or the Last Supper. Remember that 13 is a number that represents transformation, which is never easy to face. Still, on the last Friday the 13th, you can make the energies surrounding it fun and optimistic.
