Gematria (Hebrew: גימטריה, gēmaṭriyā) is an ancient numerology system that assigns numerical values to words or phrases. It is based on the philosophy that items with identical numerical values share a profound connection.
Rooted in Jewish tradition and Greek mathematics, gematria has been used for millennia to uncover hidden patterns in scripture, names, and historical dates.
The term likely stems from the Greek geōmetriā ("geometry"). While most famous for its use in Kabbalah and Rabbinic texts, it was also widely practiced by the Greeks (Isopsephy) and Romans.
A classic example is the Hebrew word Chai ("life"), totaling 18, which has made 18 a symbol of good luck and vitality in Jewish culture.
Today, gematria is a tool for researchers, mathematicians, and spiritual seekers. It helps analyze linguistic patterns across DIFFERENT languages and time periods.
Our platform supports over 28 systems, including the popular Alphanumeric Qabbala (AQ), which bridges ancient techniques with the English alphabet (A=10...Z=35).
Ready to dive deep? Explore our Ciphers Reference to see detailed tables for every system, from Sumerian to Fibonacci.
You can even create your own systems using our Custom Cipher Creator!