1. What is Gematria?

Gematria is a system of assigning numerical value to letters, words, or phrases in Hebrew texts. It's used in Jewish tradition for biblical interpretation and finding hidden meanings in sacred texts.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the standard Hebrew gematria system:

Where each Hebrew letter has a specific numerical value:

• Aleph (א) = 1, Bet (ב) = 2, Gimel (ג) = 3, etc.
• Yod (י) = 10, Kaf (כ) = 20, Lamed (ל) = 30, etc.
• Kuf (ק) = 100, Resh (ר) = 200, Shin (ש) = 300, Tav (ת) = 400

Explanation: The calculator sums the numerical values of all Hebrew letters in the input text.

3. Importance of Gematria

Details: Gematria is important in Kabbalah, Jewish mysticism, and biblical exegesis. It helps uncover hidden connections between words and concepts with the same numerical value.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter Hebrew text in the input field. The calculator will automatically compute the total gematria value by summing the numerical values of all Hebrew letters.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the origin of gematria?
A: Gematria has ancient roots in Jewish tradition and was used by early rabbis for biblical interpretation and mystical practices.

Q2: Are there different gematria systems?
A: Yes, there are several systems including Mispar Hechrechi (standard), Mispar Siduri, and Mispar Katan, but this calculator uses the standard system.

Q3: Does gematria work with vowels?
A: Traditional gematria typically focuses on consonants only, as vowels are not assigned numerical values in standard systems.

Q4: Can I use this for English words?
A: This calculator is specifically designed for Hebrew letters. For English, different systems like English gematria would be needed.

Q5: What are some common gematria examples?
A: "Chai" (life) equals 18 (ח=8 + י=10), making 18 a significant number in Jewish tradition.