Safalta

Description

Nayanmitra presents Safalta or Success, gouache on paper, 19 by 19 inches.

I have used the number 18 for the first time in this work.

18 adds up to 9; and has twice the power of number 9. Number 9 is the number of Universal love, eternity, faith, Universal Spiritual Laws, the concept of karma, spiritual enlightenment, spiritual awakening, leading by positive example, philanthropy and selflessness. All these qualities lead to success from all angles.

In China, the number 18 is considered a very auspicious number. It is associated with someone to have great success and prosper!
Living in house number 18 or apartment 18 is considered fortunate. Certainly running a business from number 18 should be an indicator of success.

In the Hebrew system of the numerical value of words, the Hebrew word for life (chai) has the value of 18. This makes 18 a favorable number as it indicates hopes of a long life.

It is among many Hebrews tradition to give gifts 18 in number or with a number that can be divided by 18. Many wear the chai as a charm for good luck.