1. What Is Gematria?

Gematria is a system of assigning numerical value to letters, words, or phrases in Hebrew and other languages. It's used in Jewish mysticism and numerology to find hidden meanings and connections between words with the same numerical value.

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
• Dalet (ד) = 4
• He (ה) = 5
• Vav (ו) = 6
• Zayin (ז) = 7
• Chet (ח) = 8
• Tet (ט) = 9
• Yod (י) = 10
• Kaf (כ) = 20
• Lamed (ל) = 30
• Mem (מ) = 40
• Nun (נ) = 50
• Samekh (ס) = 60
• Ayin (ע) = 70
• Pe (פ) = 80
• Tsadi (צ) = 90
• Qof (ק) = 100
• Resh (ר) = 200
• Shin (ש) = 300
• Tav (ת) = 400

3. Importance Of Gematria Calculation

Details: Gematria is important in Kabbalah and Jewish mysticism for interpreting sacred texts, finding hidden meanings, and exploring spiritual 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 sum the numerical values of all Hebrew letters in the text. Non-Hebrew characters are ignored in the calculation.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the origin of gematria?
A: Gematria has its roots in ancient Jewish tradition and has been used for centuries in Kabbalah and biblical interpretation.

Q2: Are there different gematria systems?
A: Yes, there are several systems including Mispar Hechrechi (standard), Mispar Siduri, and Mispar Katan, each with different numerical assignments.

Q3: Can this calculator handle final letter forms?
A: This calculator uses the standard values. Final letters (sofit) typically have the same value as their regular forms in basic gematria.

Q4: Is gematria used only in Hebrew?
A: While most commonly associated with Hebrew, similar numerological systems exist in Greek (isopsephy) and Arabic (hisab al-jumal).

Q5: What are some common gematria values?
A: Some well-known values include: Chai (life) = 18, Echad (one) = 13, and Shalom (peace) = 376.