242 Angel Number - Meaning and Symbolism Angel Number 242 - Meaning and Symbolism It is basic human nature to want to know the future; to put all aspects of life into perspective and to give everything meaning. Living without knowing answers to burning questions takes away purpose from the life. But it’s not like people don’t try, cause they do. It is human nature to want to know what will happen in the future, to put everything in context, and to give everything meaning. Living a life without knowing the answers to pressing questions deprives one of their sense of purpose. But it's not as if people don't try; they certainly do. Some people try fortune telling, different prophecy readings, and we are not going to start explaining how many these “methods” exist (from ancient times till modern age). How people are trying to get information about future events is different, but this need exists, and that need is constant, regardless of religion, race or gender. You will end up wi...