Is the 11:11 Phenomenon Real or Fake?

For those who believe, the 11:11 phenomenon has been experienced throughout the history of the planet. For those unfamiliar with the 11:11 phenomenon however, it can be a confusing and worrisome concept. Below we will take a look at just what this phenomenon is, what it means and its significance to everyday life.

What is the 11:11 Phenomenon?

The 11:11 phenomenon is a numerological belief that highlights the importance of the numbers 11:11 in world events. Many people are familiar with the concept of making a wish when they spot the numbers 11:11 on a clock – this stems from the belief that 11:11 on a clock is an auspicious sign and the perfect example of the 11:11 phenomenon. Depending who you ask the interpretation of the appearance of 11:11 is varied. Some people believe that this phenomenon is simply auspicious, some believe it is a time that possesses “magical power” and some believe that it is a time that symbolizes the presence of a spirit.

Who is Behind the 11:11 Theory?

The exact origin of 11:11 in numerology is unsure; however, one figure that plays a significant role in the 11:11 phenomenon is Uri Geller. Uri Geller is known for his examples of the 11:11 playing in to various world events.

Who is Uri Geller?

Uri Geller is a self-proclaimed psychic who was born on December 20, 1946. Throughout his history as a psychic, Geller has made numerous appearances on television showing off his “abilities” in telepathy, dowsing and psychokinesis. While many of Geller’s followers believe in his abilities, many others believe that he merely uses stage magic rather than some psychic ability. This discrediting puts Geller in a precarious position and makes many doubt his “talents.”

Geller claims that he first began experiencing what he calls the 11:11 phenomenon when he was 40 years old. At this time he said he would be compelled to look at the clock and notice that the time read 11:11 each time. Geller later found that many others worldwide were experiencing the same phenomenon, yet he had no true explanation for it. As a self-proclaimed psychic, Geller claims the he has a feeling that the 11:11 phenomenon is a positive thing. Geller claims that the number 11 to him represents the need to find balance and shirk the superficiality that commonly accompanies life in modern-day society.

String Theory

For those unfamiliar with physics, string theory is believed to be the theory of everything. It is used to describe everything in the universe from force to matter regardless of its significance or insignificance. Geller makes a point to draw attention to the fact that string theory contains a number of “11”s.

The first occurrence of the number 11 in string theory is the number of parallel universes mentioned: 11. These parallel universes are a crucial part of the string theory. The second occurrence of the number 11 is the number of letters in Brian Greene’s name. Greene is a physicist and author of the book The Elegant Universe: Superstrings, Hidden Dimensions, and the Quest for the Ultimate Theory, which is devoted to explaining string theory. Geller also points out that Isaac Newton and John Schwarz also have 11 letters in their names and played a crucial part in string theory development.

Learn more about Brian Greene and his thoughts on string theory:

Uri Geller Takes 11:11 Out of String Theory

Geller does not only use string theory to explain the 11:11 phenomenon, he also takes a look at mathematics as they occur outside of physics. Geller points to the appearance of 11:11 in unary arithmetic. Some of the beliefs that Geller points to include the following as found in his article on the 11:11 phenomenon:

(a): 11=3, in binary arithmetic. 3 is the cornerstone of the trinity and also Hinduism.

(b): 1 male + 1 female are needed to produce 1 child. Ergo, 1 + 1 = 3, in reproduction.

(c): The building block of all existence since “the Big Bang” is Hydrogen, which through nuclear fusion has produced all the other atoms known to humankind. Hydrogen is another 11, in binary. Another 3: 1 electron, 1 proton and 1 neutron.

(d): The Yin and the Yang are also 11 – two ones of opposite kind, reflecting the duality of the universe in eastern religions and modern computer technology.

(e): Following year 1BC is the year 1AD – another 11, since our modern calendar has no year 0, which is why the 21st century officially began on Jan 1st, 2001.

(f): And finally there is the oddity of the number 10, which historically grew out of counting on our fingers. The oddity is that 10 = 1010 in binary arithmetic – 10:10. HOWEVER, if you count the fingers on your hands in unary arithmetic – no zeros – then 10 fingers, in unary mathematics, = 11111111111 – EXACTLY 11 ONES.

Religious Events and 11:11

According to those who believe in the 11:11 phenomenon, there are a number of significant religious events which link to the number 11 as well. One prominent theory in this vein of thought is that Jesus Christ himself was born on September 11, 3 B.C. This calculation was made by Dr. Ernest L. Martin who utilized celestial charts for the town of Bethlehem to predict the birth date of Christ based upon the appearance of the famed “star”. Additionally, believers also point out that the name Jesus Christ has 11 letters, another appearance of the mysterious number 11.

Furthermore, the number 11 becomes prominent in examining the text of the Hebrew scriptures. These scriptures claim that September 11, 1999 celebrated the 6,000th anniversary of the creation of Adam – year 1 in the Hebrew calendar.

11:11 as a Number

When looking at 11:11 as a number, Uri Geller points out that if you multiply the number 1111 by 1111 the resulting number, 1234321 is representative of a pyramid. When it comes to pyramids the number 11 is considered “sacred” in that it plays a considerable role in proportions. The proportions of the great pyramid itself are 7:11. Geller also points out that the number 11 is considered to be “harmonious” with Pi. These factors for Geller point to the fact that the number 11 is an integral part of the mathematical infrastructure of the entire universe.

11:11 in Today’s Society

Binary Code

The most prominent factor in today’s society is undoubtedly technology. This technology, for the most part, relies upon binary code. Binary code relies upon a system of 0’s and 1’s to communicate – think of this as an electronic language. The prevalence of the number 11 in binary code is frequently cited as a reference to the 11:11 phenomenon by those who believe.

September 11

There is certainly no mention of the number 11 in the world’s recent history without paying homage to those who died on September 11, 2001. While those who believe in numerology and the concept of the 11:11 phenomenon claim that while the events of that day were a tragedy, they served as a “wake up call” for the American nation. These people, including Uri Geller, believe that the events of September 11, 2001 could have been much worse than they were. Geller also states that this number was likely selected by those responsible for the attacks as a “cruel joke” to play on the importance of the number 11 to Americans. This belief is of little comfort to those who lost family during the attacks and the warfare that has followed.

Other Instances of 11:11

Scouring any number of websites and reading materials dedicated to the 11:11 phenomenon will recover a considerable number of events that have in some way been linked to the number 11.

• The Mayan end year for the year 2012 is at 11:11 Universal time.
• The crop formation known as “Swallows” is believed to have a connection to the 11:11 Doorway in the Belt of Orion.
• The Berlin Wall came down on 11/11/1989.
• Nelson Mandela was released on 2/11/1990.
• September 11th is the 254th day of the year: 2+5+4 = 11.
• The Twin Towers standing side by side, looks like the number 11 The first plane to hit the towers was Flight 11 by American Airlines or AA -> A=1st letter in alphabet so we have 11:11 The first tower collapsed in eleven seconds. Encarta World Atlas says that New York City and the World Trade Center fall exactly on 74 degrees west, 7+4 = 11 Flight #11 – 2 pilots + 9 attendants = 11 in the crew Flight #175 – 65 on board – 6+5=11.
• The State of New York was the 11th State added to the Union.
• The book of revelations is powerful and has significant meaning relating to these numbers! You might want to read these verses 101, 1001, 1010. 1011, 1101, 1110, and 1111.
• 111,111,111 x 111,111,111 = 1,2,345,678,987,654,321.
• The first telephone call by Alexander G. Bell was made on March 11, 1876.
• The Lourdes vision was seen on February 11, 1858.
• The US emergency number is 9-1-1.
• The American Zip Code for NYC is 10001.
• Uri Geller was born on the December 20, 1946. 1+9+4+6+2+0=22.11+11=22.
• The Egyptian Ruler Tutankhamen (11 letters) died in January 1323 BC. He was the 11th Ruler of the 18th dynasty.
• In 1211 Genghis Khan (11 letters) breached the Great Wall of China.
• The following names, words or terms all have letters which add up to the number 11: Nuclear Bomb, The Civil War, Josef Stalin, Shimon Perez, Ariel Sharon, Jesus Christ, Nostradamus, George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, Jimmy Carter, Antony Blair, Colin Powell, Adolf Hitler, John Kennedy and Barack Obama.
• The $100 dollar bill features the Independence Hall which has 11 windows on each side. 11 windows on the left side and 11 windows on the right side results in the number 1111.

So What Does the 11:11 Phenomenon Mean?

The funny thing is that no one exactly knows what the 11:11 phenomenon means. No one is sure why it happens or even if it is a phenomenon at all. For Uri Geller and those who believe in numerology however, there is an idea that the “phenomenon” means “something.” Geller believes that a significant part of the 11:11 phenomenon is choosing between optimism and pessimism. In Geller’s belief system, the recurrence of the numbers 11:11, 11:01, 11:10, 10:01, 10:11, 10:10, 1:01 and 11:11 are all representative of a positive connection within the universe. Geller also believes that these numbers play a role in establishing a gateway to the mysteries of the universe as well as beyond our universe.

Geller also emphasizes the role of the number 11:11 in the human brain. According to his theories, Uri Geller believes that the number 11:11 serves as a trigger of remembrance. He believes that 11:11 is a number that is pre-encoded as a trigger inside the memory banks of human beings before we became human beings. Geller states that when this trigger is activated it refers to our “completion of duality” and indicates that our “time of completion is near.” What does this mean exactly? According to Geller, it means that a moment has occurred for us to wake up and reflect. During this moment a channel has opened up between the individual and the “Invisible.”  What should one do with this channel? According to Geller, it should be used to reflect, pray, meditate and “Seed” one’s future. In other words the “opportunity” presented by 11:11 should be taken as a moment of Divine Intervention in which the individual is being instructed to take a “time out” from the world and reflect.

The Visual Representation of the 11:11 Phenomenon

Uri Geller states that the 11:11 phenomenon should be seen as a “crack between two worlds.” The phenomenon is representative of a linking together of great energies that are united to create on great force that creates a door to an Invisible realm. Geller likens this to an entirely new concept of evolution.

Is Geller the Only One to Believe in the 11:11 Phenomenon?

In this piece we have focused on Uri Geller as a keystone for the 11:11 phenomenon. There are many more individuals however, who believe that the number 11:11 plays a significant role in to our lives as human beings. Geller is highlighted simply due to the fact that he has played such a significant role in publicizing the theory. A simple Internet search for numerology and the 11:11 phenomenon will reveal a great number of believers who assign any number of meanings to the appearance of the number 11:11 in their life. Surprisingly, a number of those believers are prominent figures who hold educational degrees in a number of fact based fields, proving that not everyone who subscribes to the 11:11 theory is a self-professed psychic.

Does the 11:11 Phenomenon Hold the Key?

The question remains however, does the 11:11 phenomenon hold the key? If you were to ask Uri Geller, he would state that this significant number has the ability to answer all of the unanswerable questions of the universe; that it can serve as our “decoder” for all of the mysteries that we do not understand. Ask skeptics of the 11:11 theory and they will tell you that Geller is a quack, that just about anything can mean something if they want it to.

What do you think about these theories surrounding the number 11?

Disclaimer: This article is representative of a number of facts and beliefs that have been collected and compiled. In no way does this information reflect the beliefs of the author or website on which they are presented.