Choosing A Wedding Date: How To Find Your Lucky Day

Picking a wedding date is a notoriously difficult step in the wedding planning process. While some couples choose a date that's special to them and then find a venue that's available on that date, others are more flexible and choose their dream venue first, then pick their date based on the venue's availability.

If you're looking to add a bit of luck to your nuptials, there are several traditions and beliefs you can turn to. For example, in Chinese culture, the number eight is considered lucky, so choosing a date with that number in it (e.g. August 8, or 08/08) could bring good fortune. In Jewish culture, Tuesdays are considered lucky, while in Irish culture, New Year's Eve is the luckiest date to tie the knot.

You could also consider getting married on a date that has a special meaning for you and your partner, such as the anniversary of your first date or your grandparents' wedding date.

Numerology is another system you can use to choose a lucky wedding date. This involves using a couple's birth dates to determine when they should get married.

Lucky dates in the zodiac

Zodiac signs and astrology can play a significant role in choosing a lucky wedding date. Here are some insights for each zodiac sign:

Aries (March 21 – April 19)

Lucky dates: March 23, April 17

Power days: Tuesday and Saturday

Taurus (April 20 – May 20)

Lucky dates: April 26, May 15

Lucky days: Wednesday and Friday

Gemini (May 21 – June 20)

Lucky dates: May 24, June 19

Lucky days: Monday and Wednesday

Cancer (June 21 – July 22)

Lucky dates: June 23, July 21

Lucky days: Monday and Thursday

Leo (July 23 – August 22)

Lucky dates: July 26, August 15

Lucky days: Sunday and Friday

Virgo (August 23 – September 22)

Lucky dates: August 27, September 19

Lucky days: Wednesday and Saturday

Libra (September 23 – October 22)

Lucky dates: September 25, October 20

Lucky days: Friday and Saturday

Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)

Lucky dates: October 27, November 18

Lucky days: Tuesday and Thursday

Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21)

Lucky dates: November 25, December 17

Lucky days: Thursday and Sunday

Capricorn (December 22 – January 19)

Lucky dates: December 23, January 15

Lucky days: Saturday and Tuesday

Aquarius (January 20 – February 18)

Lucky dates: January 26, February 16

Lucky days: Sunday and Wednesday

Pisces (February 19 – March 20)

Lucky dates: February 25, March 19

Lucky days: Monday and Thursday

In addition to the lucky dates and days associated with each zodiac sign, there are a few other astrological considerations for choosing a wedding date. The waxing moon, supermoons, and full moon are considered auspicious times to tie the knot. The summer solstice is also considered lucky in many cultures, as it is believed to be the wedding of heaven and earth.

Lucky dates in numerology

Numerology is an ancient practice that was started by the Greek philosopher Pythagoras. He shared that numbers are a gateway to understanding the universe and that dates carry intrinsic energies that affect one's success and impact life events.

Calculating your life path number

The life path number is calculated from a person's birth date and represents their personality, inherent traits, and life journey's overarching themes. To calculate a life path number, you add each unit of the birth date (month, day, and year) until you reach a single digit. For example, if someone was born on November 24, 1998, you'd calculate the life path number by adding 1+1 (for November as the 11th month) +2+4+1+9+9+8, which equals 35. You then add 3+5 to get a life path number of 8.

Calculating your wedding date number

The numerology system organises people into groups using their birth dates. Your life path is created by adding up the numbers of your birth date. It is essential to convert each set of numbers to a single digit before adding to another number.

Life Path Formula = Birth Month Number (1-12) + Birth Date Number (1-31) + Birth Year

For example, if Beth was born on 16 October 1990, her life path number is 9, as calculated below: 10 (October) = 1 + 0 = 1; 16 = 1 + 6 = 7; 1990 = 1 + 9 + 9 + 0 = 19. 19 = 1 + 9 = 10; 10 = 1 + 0 = 1. 1 + 7 + 1 = 9.

Choosing a wedding date using numerology

When trying to figure out the best date to tie the knot, it is advised that couples first calculate each person's life path number. That's because the chosen wedding date should be compatible with both life path numbers for the best energetic alignment. “For instance, if one partner has a life path number of 3 and the other 5, selecting a date that reduces to 3, 5, or 8 (the sum of both) could be considered favorable,” says Tiffany McGee, a spirituality and numerology expert.

Numerology of specific dates

• The number 1 is considered auspicious for weddings as it signifies a new beginning and the start of a new chapter.
• The number 2 symbolises partnership, harmony, and balance.
• The number 3 emphasises communication, creativity, and expression.
• The number 6 is connected to domestic happiness and responsibility.
• The number 7 denotes introspection and spiritual depth.
• The number 9 signifies humanitarianism and completion.
• January 1: 111 is said to be a "green light" from the universe.
• February 22: 222 is symbolic of balance, alignment, and trust.
• August 8: Eight is considered the most divine number in numerology as it is a symbol of infinity.

Lucky dates in the Jewish calendar

When it comes to selecting a lucky date for a wedding in the Jewish calendar, there are several auspicious days and months to consider. Here are some key points to keep in mind:

• Tuesdays are considered lucky in Jewish culture. In the Torah's story of creation, Tuesday, the third day, is the only day when God declares twice that "it was good." This is interpreted as a sign of prosperity and happiness for marriages.
• Rosh Chodesh, the beginning of a Jewish month, is an auspicious time for weddings as it marks the waxing moon, symbolising a new chapter.
• The number 18 is considered lucky in Jewish culture. In Hebrew, the letters that spell "life" add up to 18, making it a fortuitous number for weddings.
• The month of Kislev, which includes the holiday of Chanukah, is seen as extremely auspicious.
• Tu B'Av, the 15th day of Av, is considered an auspicious day for marriage.
• The first fifteen days of the Jewish lunar month are favourable for weddings, as the waxing moon symbolises growth and new beginnings.
• The four days between Yom Kippur and Sukkot, including Tishrei 11, are considered holy and auspicious.
• The month of Adar is considered the Jews' "lucky month", as it is associated with joy and celebration.
• Fridays and Saturdays should generally be avoided for weddings due to Shabbat, a day of rest.
• Major Jewish holidays like Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Passover, Shavuot, and Sukkot are not suitable for weddings.
• The three weeks between the 17th of Tammuz and the 9th of Av, which mark the destruction of the Holy Temples, are considered inauspicious for weddings.

Lucky dates in the Chinese zodiac calendar

The Chinese calendar is a lunisolar calendar that is calculated according to the movement of the moon and the sun. It is widely used to choose a lucky day for important activities such as weddings.

The Chinese calendar assigns each year a zodiac sign, and each month has 29 or 30 days. The year 2024 is the year of the Dragon.

According to the Chinese zodiac calendar, August 8, 2024, is considered the luckiest day to get married. This is because the number eight in Asian culture symbolizes infinity, and in the context of marriage, it reflects the infinite love between the couple. The fact that August is the eighth month further adds to its significance, promising a lasting and prosperous union.

Other lucky months in 2024 are May, July, October, and November. Lucky dates within these months include the 2nd, 8th, 13th, 14th, 17th, 20th, 25th, and 29th.

In addition to lucky numbers, Chinese culture also recognizes unlucky numbers. The number four is considered unlucky in some Asian countries because it sounds similar to the word 'death' in Chinese. Thus, dates or months containing the number four, such as April or the fourth day of the month, are sometimes avoided.

Lucky days also vary based on the zodiac sign of the individuals getting married. Here are the lucky days for each zodiac sign:

• Rat: 4th, 13th, and 30th of any month
• Ox: 13th and 27th of any month
• Tiger: 16th and 27th of any month
• Rabbit: 26th, 27th, and 29th of any month
• Dragon: 1st and 16th of any month
• Snake: 1st and 23rd of any month
• Horse: 5th and 20th of any month
• Goat: 7th and 30th of any month
• Monkey: 4th and 14th of any month
• Rooster: 4th and 26th of any month
• Dog: 7th and 28th of any month
• Pig: 17th and 24th of any month

Lucky days of the week for a wedding

When it comes to picking a lucky day of the week for your wedding, there are a few things to consider. While Saturdays are the most common day for weddings, they are not necessarily the luckiest.

According to Jewish tradition, Tuesdays are considered a lucky day to wed as it is believed to bless the marriage with prosperity and happiness. In Celtic folk rhyme, "Monday for wealth, Tuesday for health, Wednesday the best day of all, Thursday for losses, Friday for crosses, and Saturday no luck at all."

In Chinese culture, the number eight is considered lucky, so getting married on the eighth of the month could be a good choice. In addition, 2024 is a leap year, which is also considered good luck for couples tying the knot.

Ultimately, the lucky day of the week for your wedding depends on your personal beliefs and traditions.

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