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Numbers from 1 to 32 Number 7 written in Western Arabic digits Use in constructor
Meaning & origin

Number 7 — Seven

Also known as: Seven; VII

7 is an odd natural number that follows 6.

About this symbol

The number 7 is written with one or two Western digits from the Hindu–Arabic numeral system. It is odd and prime. Its positive divisors are 1, 7. These mathematical properties are verifiable; religious, esoteric, and numerological readings depend on a particular tradition and are not properties of the number itself. Numerological reading: the number is associated with mystery, seeking, and spiritual knowledge. In a talismanic or meditative composition it may express an intention to focus on these qualities; meanings vary by school and context.

Key meanings

number 7sevenodd numberdivisorsmathematicsnumerologymysteryseekingand spiritual knowledge