Properties of the number 71

Symbolism

Principle of the individuality, 1, which finishes its complete cycle of evolution, 70, having reached the perfection: 7 + 1 = 8.

In Cabal and in Hinduism, in the subdivisions of one "Mahā Kalpa" (the duration of one eternity) 71 "Mahā Yougas" form the period of 1 "Manou".
According to an old Indian belief, the life and the royalty of one "Indra" last 71 eons.
It is at the age of 71 years old that the Greek philosopher Socrates died.