Here are a few links about the number 8 and its significance / meaning. 

 

https://www.britannica.com/topic/number-symbolism/7

https://eyeofra.blog/2018/12/02/sacred-geometry-numbers-101/

 

GENERAL THEMES

Eternity - perfection / balance

Wealth

Reaching towards the Divine

 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rub_el_Hizb

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Star_of_Ishtar

 

Lucky Number 8: The Symbol of Prosperity

In Chinese culture, the number 8 is regarded as one of the luckiest numbers. This belief is deeply rooted in linguistic and cultural factors:

• Pronunciation: The number 8 is pronounced as “ba” in Mandarin, which sounds similar to the word for wealth or prosperity, “发” (fa). This phonetic similarity has led to the strong association of 8 with financial success and good fortune.
• Cultural Symbolism: The belief in the luckiness of 8 is also tied to historical and cultural significance. In ancient China, the number 8 was associated with the Emperor and the ruling class, making it a symbol of power and authority.
• Balance and Harmony: In terms of its shape, the number 8 is balanced and symmetrical, representing harmony and balance. This association extends to the idea of a balanced and prosperous life.

https://www.travelchinaguide.com/intro/lucky-number8.htm

https://christbythesea.net/news/the-eighth-day