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3.2.07

July 7, 2007: The Magic Date

Yes, 7/7/07 is generating loads of excitement. Las Vegas bookings for the weekend are way up—many are no doubt hoping all those sevens on the calendar will somehow help them hit the jackpot—and countless couples are planning weddings around the date, the New York Times reports. According to the story, “The number 7 has held a special significance at least from the time of the ancient Babylonians, who revered the seven sacred planets, and it is a crucial numeral in the Bible, as in the seven days of the Creation to the seven petitions of the Lord’s Prayer.” There they go again, all those Las Vegas visitors getting all excited about ancient Babylon.

Posted by Jim Benning • 3.2.07
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crappy...I was born on July 6.  Stroy of my life..

By Daved brosche  on  3.3.07  at  05:58 AM

It is my birthday on 07-07-07!  I’ll be thirty-seven.  I was born on 07-07-70 so I turned 7 on 7-7-77.

How lucky is that???

By  on  3.23.07  at  07:53 AM

It is also my birthday on 07-07-07, I was born on 07-07-81, I love number 7 not only because it is my birthday but also my lucky number

By  on  4.3.07  at  02:13 AM

You’re inspired no doubt, and I pray you realize how important 777 really is.  I’ve been given the assignment from above to make July 7 2007 the greatest Christian prayer day ever.  One in which millions of Christian’s worldwide will pray for Christ’s return. Our organization is called “The ManChild Team.” Were putting thousands of dollars into advertising and promoting. But one good fisherman like you is worth a million regulars.  Visit prayon777.com to see a great light about to dawn starting on 777.  God Bless Michael (of Dan 12) were at the end. Prepare!

By Michael Merak  on  4.8.07  at  10:15 AM

my birthday is on july 7 :] im turnin 15 woo hoo i hope sumthin good happens:]

By  on  4.11.07  at  02:27 PM

I will be 43 this year on 7-7-07.  Add up the digits--4 + 3 = 7 Pretty cool.

By Sandy  on  4.15.07  at  04:27 AM

I was born on 7-7-77, so I’ll be 30 on 7-7-07.  I’m going to Vegas!!!

By  on  4.17.07  at  07:17 AM

I will be 23 on 07/07/07....not too exciting but 7 is a mystical number.......

By  on  5.22.07  at  09:36 AM

Yeah I turn 21 on 7/7/07 7+7+7=21 woot and I’m gettin wasted! Whats better than that?

By  on  5.26.07  at  08:44 AM

MY DUE DATE IS 7/7/7 AND MY DOC IS PLANNING TO INDUCE ME THAT DAY IF I CAN MAKE IT TILL THEN

By Robin Martin  on  5.29.07  at  03:21 PM

My son will be 7 on 7/7/07!  Am requesting any thoughts on something extra special to do.. Thought about writing a song and having it put to music.  We will be arriving at the beach for our annual family vacation with about 60 other family and friends.

Any great ideas

By  on  5.31.07  at  11:39 AM

I was born in Valencia,Venezuela.It’s flag contains 7 stars.Also I was born July 7 1949(7x7 =49 ?)Thanx Vick

By  on  6.7.07  at  04:31 AM

My daughter turns 8 on 7-7-7

Alissa’s birthdate is 7-7-99 I have heard that this bday is a Double Double?? Unique??

Please help me locate literature on Bdays. I know that there are books out there that provide a details for each Bday on the calender.

Thanks in advance

By  on  6.7.07  at  08:14 AM

I’ll be 26 on 7-7-07 Yay!!!

By  on  6.11.07  at  05:57 PM

My birthday is 7-7-39.  Can’t wait to celebrate.

By  on  6.12.07  at  08:20 PM

May we all be blessed to see another birthday this year. I will celebrate my 35th birthday on 7-7-07!!! Here’s to joyful festivities!!!! Cheers!

By  on  6.14.07  at  01:11 PM

I born on 7 july 1998 at 7.00 am & next month 7/7/007 is my birthday.
What a unique heavely date it is

By  on  6.17.07  at  11:04 PM

hi i will be 17 years old at 07/07/07 what can i do this day please answer me on my e-mail my wish is to travel but no one can help me if you can help me please contact me thanks . this is my e-mail adress :

By Anthony Merchack  on  6.18.07  at  12:59 AM

my so was born on 7/7/77 and was 7lbs.even. He was also the 7th baby born in the hospital on that day and he at the time was the 7th maternal grandchild.

By  on  6.22.07  at  06:30 PM

will turn 33 on 7/7/07. will be traveling with my dad in central mexico.  looking forward to it.  “33” also holds some significance.

peace.

By  on  6.23.07  at  03:31 PM

I will be 27 on July 7. I really had wish to make this day a splendid one. I never thought that it’s really considered a great day for some until I googled the date. ^^

By  on  6.24.07  at  11:57 AM

I will be 21 as well on 07/07/07 i hope my luck is good! i could use it haha but to make it a little more interesting I weighed 7 pounds and 7 ounces when i was born!

By  on  6.24.07  at  02:17 PM

Hey all---I will be 47 on 7/7/07.  I was 17 on 7/7/77, so having an “all sevens year” is kinda fun!
Enjoy, everyone.
Now....what to do on this fun day?

By  on  6.25.07  at  02:35 PM

it’s also the birthday of a website called 777.com.

By July  on  6.27.07  at  11:47 AM

My son John Alan was born on July 7 1964
He will be 43 = 7 He was born at 7 PM and weighed 7 pounds. So this years birthday gives him 7-7-07 age adds to 7
I think all the 7’s are good luck for him. He has a count of six sevens for luck!

By  on  6.29.07  at  04:22 AM

MY DUE DATE IS 07/07/07 AND MY DOC IS PLANNING TO INDUCE ME THAT DAY IF I CAN MAKE IT TILL THEN

By  on  7.1.07  at  11:05 AM

its my birthday too! :) I will be 31

By  on  7.1.07  at  07:02 PM

I’m also a July 7th baby.  I’ll be 43(4+3=7) on 7/7/7-headin to Vegas-wish me luck!
Susie

By  on  7.1.07  at  08:02 PM

Pray on my Unique Birthday 07/07/07

Born at 07 ( Time) , On 7 (DD) , In 7 (MM) ,Of 7 ( weight)
I am in favour of 07-07-seven
Astronumerology say it is heaven
And a nice gift that god had given
But some say it is samaychakra driven
It is the date coming with its natural rate
Hence how one can claim it as auspicious day
Whatsoever it may
It is my unique 7 th 12 month birthday
I like to celebrate it in different way
Hence I hereby pray
That I shall get blessings
From whosoever it may
If U want to be one of they
Kindly writeon a paper
What your heart say
& send it me by email way
Your blessings will be like cosmic rays
That wills me healthy & wealthy day by day

Send yous blessings on

By  on  7.1.07  at  09:45 PM

I am going to be 24 Saturday 7-7-07 and I love my birthday!  It is by far my favorite holiday!  haha.  This year is going to be extra special!

By  on  7.2.07  at  10:32 AM

It won’t be just in America that 777 will be a date to praise God for. Our Church in the UK will be giving Him all the glory on Saturday - as we do everyday. If you’ve never prayed before, pause for a time on Saturday and He will change your life and give you a family that you never dreamt of. If you don’t know what to pray, try “Thank you, God and sorry!” He’ll love it!

By  on  7.2.07  at  10:54 PM

my son is Devin he will be 7 on 7-7-07.

By  on  7.3.07  at  10:52 AM

i dont know anyone with more sevens
im turning 21 on 07/07/07
i was born 7 pounds, 7 ounces, 21 inches
at 7:56. on my mothers birthday!

By  on  7.3.07  at  07:18 PM

I’ll be 52 on 7/7/07.....5+2=7 YAY me!!

By  on  7.4.07  at  04:42 PM

My oldest daughter was born on 7/7/77, her sister was born on 8/8/88. How cool is that?!

By  on  7.4.07  at  08:27 PM

I also turn 21 on 7/7/07… the casino is going to be nuts but I’ll be there.

By  on  7.5.07  at  07:41 PM

Add me to the 7-7-07, I’ll be 45. Every day is awesome but I will do something special to celebrate (no casinos near by). Happy birthday to one and all.

By  on  7.5.07  at  09:50 PM

My daughter will turn 7 on 7/7/07.  She was born July 7, 2000.  She thinks she is extra lucky since she gets a 4th 7.

By  on  7.6.07  at  09:26 AM

Happy BDAY to ALL,

My BDAY also on 07-07-07
I was born 07-07-78 at 7am
And I am going to VEGAS

By  on  7.6.07  at  09:52 AM

My sons 12th Birthday is on 07/07
My birthday is 06/06/66

By  on  7.6.07  at  05:37 PM

Well, I used to think I was special until I read how many other people will share with me on my special birthday on tomorrow July 7, 2007.  My birthday is 07-07-68. Now I feel as though I am a part of a special group of people who share a birthdate that represents God’s number of completion and perfection.  HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!

By  on  7.6.07  at  06:27 PM

Hi! My birthday is today and I will be 49 and on the 7/7/1977 I was 19 cool hey. To top it of my new great nephew was born this afternoon a good birthday present as he was born 4 weeks early and his mum’s birthday is tomorrow. So Happy Birthday to all of you who’s Birthday it is to day and Good Luck to you all.

By  on  7.7.07  at  05:15 AM

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to all of us with this lucky birthday!!!!

By  on  7.7.07  at  05:20 AM

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ALL OF US WHOSE BIRTHDAY FALL ON 070707! I WAS BORN ON 07-07-1962.

By  on  7.7.07  at  05:53 AM

I’m a believer in numerology, the science of numbers, and I’m not quite getting it.

Today isn’t “really” a 777. It’s a 779!
But, since everyone is anticipating such a great day, that’s probably what they’ll have!

By  on  7.7.07  at  06:38 AM

My birthday is also 7/7.
I was born 07/07/1970, I was 7lbs 14oz and 21 inches long. Born at 11:23 am. 1+1+2+3=7.

Pretty neat huh.
Tried to book a flight to New Orleans to gamble and alot of other people must like this day as well.

Happy birthday to others with this date.

Michael

By  on  7.7.07  at  06:47 AM

happy birthday to all who’s born on july 7th! especially to my brother!! lots of love!

By  on  7.7.07  at  07:37 AM

It is funny, however not surprising that the majority of people on this planet, especially those who consider themselves pious in the word of God do not see the fourth seven in today’s numerical phenomena of sevens? Especially, when it is the most important sequence of all.

You see, most of us only see the three sevens in this sequential event, 7-7-07. Meaning, that the month of July is the seventh month of the calendar’s year, followed by the seventh day of its month and last but not least followed by the year.

Now this is the kicker that truly finishes off the sequence of sevens on this special day, which no one seems to notice and yes, not even our so-called clergy see the fourth seven.

There is a fourth seven in the sequence of sevens that has not been accounted for. This fourth seven is the seventh day of the week, which is a Saturday, and most importantly God’s true Sabbath day.

It is ironic that everyone seems to misplace this day? Why is this happening do you think?

TruthSayer

By  on  7.7.07  at  07:52 AM

Ok I was born 7-7-77 at 7:54 a.m. I was my fathers 7th child, my maiden name had seven letters. now today is my 30th birthday, and i am looking for some good luck!

By  on  7.7.07  at  08:32 AM

Hey wow so many of us. I too was born on 7/7/77. Wish me luck, I’m in vegas.

Happy B-day to all of you. Good Luck.

I’m hoping to make 7 million :)

By  on  7.7.07  at  10:40 AM

David,

Ditto

I was born on 07/07/70 was 7 on 07/07/77 and NOW 37 on 07/07/07 and live in Vegas.  Going to play tonight!! Happy B-day!!

Take care
Homer

By  on  7.7.07  at  01:28 PM

TODAY I TURNED 55 ON 7.07.07.!!!
FREEDOM 55!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

And this morning, would you believe, a female deer showed up in my yard.

Is this a sign that something will happen ...............

YEP, I was born on a lucky day, but so far I do not feel that lucky.

By  on  7.7.07  at  05:09 PM

I was born on July 07, 1977.
Everytime my birthdate is asked it is definitley a conversation starter. Can I cosider myself lucky? I am a single mother of two wonderful boys. We are dedicated christians. What more could I ask for ? As for bad luck I have had my share: My mother and father were in a terrible auto accident when I was two, that is when I lost my father...I have experienced the lost of many loved ones due to tragedy. I am divorced, which has been difficult. So the question “How Lucky Are You?” With the 7-7-77 Birthday? Be your own judge...I consider myself very lucky!

By  on  10.13.07  at  03:19 PM

I was born on July 7, 1991.
My birthday this year was on July 7, 2007 and i turned 16.
Its pertty cool cause if you add 1+6= 7
Haha!

By  on  12.19.07  at  02:53 AM

I was born on July 7, 1967.
My first name has 7 letters. My last name has seven lettrs. My full name is seven syllables. Ring size is seven, clothing size is seven, and shoe size is seven. My first child weighed 7 pounds 7 1/2 ounces. My address is 2767. My height is 5 foot 7.

By  on  1.1.08  at  03:08 PM

I was born 7/7/80 and weighed 7lbs 7 0onces and on 7/7/07 i turned 27

By  on  1.27.08  at  07:56 AM

I was born 7-7-77, 7lbs 7oz. Me and my husband celebrated our 7th anniversary in 07. Seven is my lucky number too.

By  on  2.26.08  at  02:52 PM

MY FAVORITE NUMBER IS 23 SO SCREW YOU ALL !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

By  on  3.20.08  at  07:43 AM

I am a Seven,

Born 7.7.70
Turned 7 on the 7.7.77

I have heard tell that we of the Sevens are all angels in disguise.

Nice though

By  on  7.3.08  at  09:14 AM


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