Skip to content

LOVE YOUR WORK. LOVE YOUR LIFE.

KATIE@REDLOTUSLETTER.COM
Facebook page opens in new windowTwitter page opens in new windowPinterest page opens in new windowMail page opens in new windowRss page opens in new window
Red Lotus Letter
Learn How to Move Energy & Make Money the Feng Shui Way!
Red Lotus LetterRed Lotus Letter
  • Home
  • Blog
  • Podcast
  • Free Resources
    • Kua Calculator
    • Zodiac Calculator
    • Red Lotus Letter Color Calculator
    • Car Color Calculator
Search:
Search
  • Home
  • Blog
  • Podcast
  • Free Resources
    • Kua Calculator
    • Zodiac Calculator
    • Red Lotus Letter Color Calculator
    • Car Color Calculator

Feng Shui and the Number 13 — Lucky or Unlucky?

You are here:
  1. Home
  2. Feng Shui Articles
  3. Feng Shui and the Number…
Feng Shui and the Number 13 -- Lucky or Unlucky?

The number 13 has long been considered negative and unlucky. But what are its feng shui implications? Β 

For too longΒ  well-meaning feng shui practitioners have preached that 13 is unlucky — but that’s only half the story.Β 

It could be because the number 13, Β when the single digits are added, make a four.Β 

In Chinese traditions, four is a number associated with death because the name four in Chinese sounds similar to the word death in Chinese.

But that’s not feng shui.

Far from it. Feng shui looks at the number 13 as a four, too, and the number four, not the word four, mean completely different things.

In feng shui, the four is the number of artists, literary people, travelers and is associated with the oldest daughter.Β  Four is the number that corresponds to the southeast sector and romance, or more to the point — sex.

Perhaps most importantly, the number four – and consequently 13 – is related to all of the above and the very happy flower of romance.

Long regarded as the number for attracting love, four brings romantic interest in the form of suitors and prospective lovers.Β 

The number four has long been associated with amour and the ardor of lovers, but when activated, such as with water, the ardor can tilt toward lust, ill-minded intentions, and infidelities – all the lower forms of romance. That’s why activating parts of the home where the four star flies can sometimes be associated with scandal.

In the west, the number 13 has clearly been associated with death and misfortune.

Many hotels and businesses opt to forgo the 13th floors or don’t have rooms numbered 13. Some airlines have a 13th row on their planes, and in fact, many American airlines do, though many airlines outside the US strictly adhere to a no 13th row policy. Β 

After a quick look on Seatguru.com, China Airlines, did not have a row 13 on any of its aircraft and neither did Virgin Atlantic, but Virgin America did have a 13th row on both their Airbus A319 and A320. Apparently, Virgin must feel differently about row 13 outside the US than it does inside the US.

In the west, it’s a tossup, about whether the number 13 is lucky or unlucky, to be filled with dread or with reverence. But in the east, the opinion is much clearer: the number 13 is almost always excluded because of its association with the dreaded four.

Even so, the numberΒ 13 isn’t a numberΒ to dread.

How do I look at the numberΒ 13?

I’ve always looking on 13 as a growth number and one that augurs good fortune.Β  The original colonies of the United States were 13 in number. One could also say 13 is also the number of Jesus and the twelve apostles.Β 

I’m also a four kua – and 13 makes four when added together.Β 

The number four in feng shui is the tiny green shoot of grass that pokes through winter snow, the rise of creation and coming growth, the rise of chi.Β 

This is how I choose to look and feel about the number 13.Β  But you may see it differently – and if you do, then you should make your own choice as to how you feel about it because ultimately, that’s what counts most.

Category: Feng Shui ArticlesJanuary 9, 2013
Tags: 13feng shuiluckynumberthirteenunlucky
Share this post
Share on FacebookShare on Facebook TweetShare on Twitter Share on LinkedInShare on LinkedIn Pin itShare on Pinterest

Related Posts

Travel Feng Shui Brings Luck, Protection and Travel Opportunity
May 10, 2022
9 Decorating Fixes for Common Feng Shui Problems
April 12, 2022
Personal Transformation for Joy, Success, Recognition and Fame
April 5, 2022
The Feng Shui Trinity of Luck | 13 Ways to Improve Luck in Your Life
March 29, 2022
Looking for something?
Master Consultant
Reader Comments

I was always confused by feng shui, but Katie makes it easy and she’s so down to earth.

Danielle

If it’s Wednesday, you can bet the Red Lotus Letter is the first thing I read.

Tanya

I have used Katie’s suggestions for rearranging objects in my home and, as a result, I truly believe my stress has lessened, my relationships have improved, and I have more money in the bank.

Raylene

Practical, actionable advice. That’s what you get with the Red Lotus Letter.

Lynette

I love the Red Lotus Letter! Katie provides fun and practical feng shui solutions to everyday problems and situations.

Gloria

Kathryn Weber offers feng shui insight and knowledge beyond your expectations, and she just gets me!

Isabel
Tweets by FengShuiKatie
Cover for Kathryn Weber
14,795
Kathryn Weber

Kathryn Weber

Kathryn Weber is the publisher of the Red Lotus Letter Feng Shui e-Zine.

If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change πŸ‘€It’s all about perspectives. What kind of perspective do you have regarding most things in your life? A positive one βž• or a negative one? βž–Let me know in the comments and shapen your perspective to win life at redlotusletter.com πŸ₯‡πŸ’―#quote #quoteoftheday #motivation #inspirationalquotes #quotes #motivationalquotes #redlotusletter #fengshuitips #fengshuikatie #fengshuilifestyle #fengshuiyourlife #fengshuiliving #fengshuiconsultant #fengshui #wealth #energy #success #fengshuisigns #life #happylife #happiness #positiveenergy #positivty #selfactualization ... See MoreSee Less

19 hours ago  ·  

Photo

View on Facebook
· Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email

This week on Feng Shui basics, we discuss about the πŸ‘‰Command PositionπŸ‘ˆWhat is the command position? πŸ€”It’s one of the fundamental basics in Feng Shui which conveys that it’s important where your bed, desk and stove are placed πŸ‘‰ In the command position! These items symbolizes a great deal in your life 😍 Your bed symbolizes you, your desk symbolizes your career, and your stove symbolizes your wealth in life.So, in order to place these in the command position, find a place in your room where you can see the door without being directly in line with it while you are lying in bed, sitting at desk or cooking. You have to have a good view of anyone or anything that’s coming your way through the door which makes you more aware of potential opportunities coming your way ❀❀❀Visit redlotusletter.com/blog/ to learn more about Feng Shui.#redlotusletter #fengshuitips #fengshuikatie #fengshuilifestyle #fengshuiliving #fengshuiyourlife #fengshuiconsultant #fengshui #watertiger #fengshuiwatertiger #fengshuitiger #dragon #chinesedragon #fengshuidragon #fengshuibasic #fengshui101 #basicknowledge #basics #homedecor #home #command #commanding #commandingposition ... See MoreSee Less

2 days ago  ·  

Photo

View on Facebook
· Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email

Do you know what horses symbolize in Feng Shui? 🐴❀🐴In the beginning, horses have been man’s constant companion in discovery, war and pleasure πŸ€— The Feng Shui horse is a favored symbol which is most associated with prestige, position, material abundance, strength and yang energy 😍🐲 The dragon horse aids you advance in career:A combination of dragon and horse called β€œchi lin” is especially helpful for those who wish to advance their careers, particularly those in military careers.🌬 The wind horse helps you create windfalls and build success energy:A wind horse is a symbol that is often seen as white, but they can be different colors. The wind horse symbolizes advancement in your career and builds your energy for career gains and improvement.πŸ’ Monkey on horse helps you control your career:For anyone who wants to hold the reigns of their career success or business growth in their own hands, a monkey on horse symbol can help you create a path of upward growth and movement.Read in detail πŸ‘‡redlotusletter.com/the-precious-feng-shui-horse-symbol-of-success-and-potent-activator/#redlotusletter #fengshuitips #fengshuikatie #fengshuilifestyle #fengshuiliving #fengshuiyourlife #fengshuiconsultant #fengshui #watertiger #fengshuiwatertiger #fengshuitiger #fengshuisymbols #fengshuihorse #horse #horses #dragonhorse #windhorse #monkeyhorse #recognition #career #successful #successtips #symbols ... See MoreSee Less

3 days ago  ·  

Photo

View on Facebook
· Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email

It’s time for the Feng Shui tip of the week πŸ˜ŠπŸ’‘Arrange your bedroom to pave the road to a wealthy future πŸ’°πŸšͺ The optimal Feng Shui placement for your bed:Although the bed is on the opposite wall from the door as shown in the image, the bed itself is not in line with the door. Another good placement would be on the wall diagonal to the door, placed in the middle. You can also place the bed on the far left wall and observe great Feng Shui, too. This is called the β€œcommand” position and is the most auspicious, makes you feel the most supported and comfortable when sleeping πŸ˜ŒπŸ’—Read more tips at redlotusletter.com/sleep-your-way-to-wealth-6-tips-for-feng-shui-bed-placement/#wealth #bed #bedroom #bedroomarrange #bedroomdecor #fengshuibedroom #wealthy #future #fengshuiplacement #sleep #tipoftheweek #redlotusletter #fengshuitips #fengshuikatie #fengshuilifestyle #fengshuiliving #fengshuiyourlife #fengshuiconsultant #fengshuimaster #fengshuicharms #fengshuideco #fengshui #fengshuihome #makechanges #improvelife #bedroomdecor #hometips #lifetips #tips ... See MoreSee Less

4 days ago  ·  

Photo

View on Facebook
· Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email

Are you aware of the importance of the east corner of your home? 🏑It relates to your growth, health and family πŸ“ˆ The element of wood symbolizes it and so is number 3. The east corner is also an excellent corner to add a dragon 🐲 which is full of life and great vitality.A few tips for your east corner,πŸ’‘ Enhance it by adding a water-related elementπŸ’‘ Add a large wooden furniture or use brown colorsπŸ’‘ Have an image of a dragon in the east corner of your home, living room and garden but not in your bedroom ❌ Remember to keep on growing! πŸ‚Read in detail here: redlotusletter.com/the-east-corner-of-health-growth-and-family/#redlotusletter #fengshuitips #fengshuikatie #fengshuilifestyle #fengshuiliving #fengshuiyourlife #fengshuiconsultant #fengshui #watertiger #fengshuiwatertiger #fengshuitiger #dragon #chinesedragon #fengshuidragon #East #home #kua #kuanumber #fengshuinumbers #grow #waterelement #brown #homedecor ... See MoreSee Less

2 weeks ago  ·  

Photo

View on Facebook
· Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linked In Share by Email

Latest from the Blog
  • 5 Minute Feng Shui Podcast Cover
    Episode 181: Round, the Feng Shui Shape of Wealth
    May 25, 2022
  • 5 Minute Feng Shui Podcast Cover
    Episode 180: Chandeliers are Great Feng Shui
    May 18, 2022
  • 5 Minute Feng Shui Podcast Cover
    Episode 179: Feng Shui for Travel Luck and Protection
    May 11, 2022
  • Travel Feng Shui Brings Luck, Protection and Travel Opportunity
    May 10, 2022
  • 5 Minute Feng Shui Podcast Cover
    Episode 178: 6 Feng Shui Wealth Habits
    May 4, 2022
  • 5 Minute Feng Shui Podcast Cover
    Episode 177: Transforming Fame and Energy Luck
    April 27, 2022
DISCLOSURE

Red Lotus Letter uses clickable affiliate links. That means RLL may receive a small commission from those sales at no cost to the buyer. The advertisers and affiliate associations are only those that I personally use and/or recommend.

The Red Lotus Letter is a feng shui website and newsletter designed to help you make the most of your life by making changes in your environment. Kathryn Weber publishes the Red Lotus Letter each week, and offers readers and clients tips, consultations, and coaching with an eye toward optimizing their homes and offices harmoniously with feng shui. We provide our readers and subscribers free and paid content, community, and access to resources for living and working with intention and in harmony with energy because our belief is that a successful environment is the starting point for all success, and it begins at home.

The Red Lotus Letter

FREE Tools
Blog
Podcast
Videos
Consulting

About

About Us
Testimonials
Contact Us
Privacy Policy

Instagram Facebook Twitter Youtube Podcast
Copyright © 
2022
Β Kathryn Weber – All Rights Reserved
Subscribe to the Red Lotus Letter feng shui e-zine!
______________________
The Red Lotus Letter is published weekly with tips, articles, and timely feng shui details.
YOUR NAME:
YOUR EMAIL:
Kua Calculator
Sign up now to get instant access to the kua calculator and your FREE REPORT plus weekly feng shui emails and resources to help you unlock your feng shui good fortune.