Gematria & Numerology Guides
Plain-language explanations of how gematria and numerology work, with the arithmetic shown.
What Is Gematria? A Beginner’s GuideLearn what gematria is, where it comes from, how Hebrew and English ciphers work, and how to read the numbers responsibly.How to Calculate Gematria by Hand (Step by Step)A clear step-by-step method for calculating the gematria value of any word or name, with worked examples in English and Hebrew.Gematria vs Numerology: What Is the Difference?Gematria and numerology both turn letters into numbers, but they have different roots and goals. Here is how they compare.Pythagorean vs Chaldean Numerology ComparedCompare the Pythagorean and Chaldean letter tables side by side, see how the same name can get different numbers, and learn which system suits you.Hebrew Letter Values: Complete Gematria ChartThe full table of Hebrew letters with names, standard gematria values, ordinal positions and final forms.Famous Gematria Examples from Hebrew TraditionWell-known examples of gematria in Jewish tradition, including chai (18), love and one (13), and wine and secret (70), with the arithmetic shown.Master Numbers 11, 22 and 33 ExplainedWhat master numbers mean in numerology, when to keep them and when to reduce them, with examples of how name and life path numbers are calculated.A Short History of GematriaFrom ancient inscriptions to Greek isopsephy, rabbinic interpretation, medieval mysticism and modern online calculators.
Gematria and numerology are traditions of interpretation, not sciences. Results are provided for education, curiosity and entertainment and are not a prediction or professional advice.