If You Keep Seeing the Number "717" Big Things Could Be on the Way

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You look at the clock, and it’s showing 7:17. That’s when you realize that you’ve been seeing the numbers 7:17 on the clock a lot lately. Maybe a recent bill came out exactly to $717. Perhaps you’ve been seeing this sequence of numbers all over the place, and you’ve noted that it’s interesting, but you’re not exactly sure what it means.

Enter angel numbers, defined as numbers that are sent from a higher power, angels, or loved ones. For instance, a sequence like 1111 in numerology focuses on protection and often carries an important message. But what about the 717 angel number? Although it’s not as head-turning as sequences like 222, 000, or 999, 717 carries its own distinctive meaning.

“In general, angel numbers hold messages of loving guidance, validation, and encouragement from above,” Amanda Lieber, a medium, healer, and intuitive based in New York City, tells WomansDay.com. “They’re gentle reminders that you are always being divinely guided and supported.”

Lieber says that the number 717 is technically referred to as a “split angel number,” since the repeating numbers — 7, in this case — form a sandwich around the number 1. “There are many ways to interpret the meaning of 717,” she adds.

Discover the meaning behind the angel number 717 for your spirituality, career, love life, and twin flame below.

What is an angel number?

“A term coined by spiritual author Doreen Virtue in the early 2000s, angel numbers refer to repeating number sequences, such as 111, 222, or 333, that hold divine messages,” Lieber explains. “Angel numbers appear randomly and synchronically in your life anywhere and everywhere, such as on your computer or phone, clocks, receipts, license plates, and more.”

Although the meanings of angel numbers are rooted in numerology, it’s important to note that their significance is open to interpretation.

“Angel numbers are messages from divine intelligence — and depending on your belief system, you might view angel numbers as coming from your spirit guides, angels, departed loved ones, or the universe in general,” Lieber says.

What does angel number 717 mean?

In general, Lieber says that the number 7 represents things like spirituality, mysticism, higher wisdom, intuition, and introspection. The 1 in this sequence symbolizes ingenuity, authenticity, and creativity.

Lieber says that one way to view 717 is by looking at the individual numbers (7 and 1). In this case, the angel number 717 means that your spiritual awakening or development is about to reach new heights.

“You’re ushering in a new period of deep inner work that will allow you to see the world — both your internal and external world — from an even more conscious perspective,” Lieber says. “If you’ve been thinking about enrolling in a self-development course or beginning a meditation practice, 717 would serve as validation.”

Lieber goes on to say that another way to look at 717 is to break down the full number sequence by adding 7+1+7, which yields 15.

“You’d then add 1+5 to get 6, which is a gentle reminder that some inner work is needed. Depending on your past experiences, you might want to consider enlisting some support to help you feel safe in your exploration,” Lieber advises.

What does 717 mean for a twin flame?

First, a twin flame relationship is defined as a volatile, highly-charged connection meant to bring on spiritual growth — but it doesn’t typically last long. A soulmate, on the other hand, is someone from your “soul circle,” someone you’re intimately connected with and feel like you've known forever (“because you have!” Lieber adds).

She says that the angel number 717 could signal that someone in your life is indeed a twin flame, meant to activate spiritual growth in you. If the relationship has turned toxic, 717 could be an invitation that this connection has served its purpose and it’s time to integrate what you’ve learned and focus on evolving on your own.

“When it comes to a soulmate, 717 is a validation that this person is here to assist you in your spiritual growth and in your evolution as a soul,” Lieber notes.

What does 717 mean spiritually?

According to Lieber, seeing the angel number 717 is a reminder that you are being divinely supported on your spiritual path — and it can also serve as an invitation to explore your internal world.

Lieber says, “So often, we focus on our external world and what we can tangibly see (our career, money, and the people around us, for example), often at the expense of what’s going on inside ourselves. The angel number 717 can serve as some much-needed encouragement to get to know ourselves on a deeper level.”

What does the number 717 mean in love?

In terms of your love life, Lieber says that angel number 717 could point to a need for increased intimacy and emotional connection with your partner.

“In order to feel fulfilled in this relationship, it’s time to get vulnerable and hold the space for your partner to share as well,” she says. “You might find that engaging in more spiritual or mystical practices together helps to deepen your bond.”

Single? Angel number 717 could indicate the need to do more inner work and focus on yourself to attract the partner you truly desire. Or it might signal you meeting a romantic connection through a more spiritual avenue.

What does the number 717 mean for my career?

As mentioned, angel numbers hold different meanings depending on what area of your life is most activated at the moment.

“If career is at the top of your mind, angel number 717 can point to the need to really take a look at your job or your career path and quietly evaluate whether it feels in alignment with your heart and soul,” Lieber observes. “Sometimes, with all of the demands of life, we wait till we’re burned out or laid off to take a good look at what we do for a living and how we spend much of our days. Angel number 717 is a reminder to consider our feelings around our career now before we reach a state of burnout.”

What should I do if I keep seeing 717?

Lieber says that when angel numbers such as 717 keep appearing in our lives, it’s time to take action.

“In the case of 717, this action is usually internal, but sometimes it can signal a need for an external change for your best and highest good,” she says.

Seeing angel number 717 on repeat is the universe’s way (or your subconscious’s way) of gently bringing you back into alignment with your spiritual path.

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