How to understand gematria calculator

Gematria is an ancient Jewish system of assigning numerical value to Hebrew words. While some see it as merely a mystical or occult practice, understanding the basics of gematria can be surprisingly useful and practical. To understand how this system works, we'll need to look at gematria calculators.

A gematria calculator typically contains a table with several rows, each one representing a letter in the Hebrew alphabet. Assigned to each letter is an accompanying number from 1 to 10 which ascribes a numerical value to that letter. For example, Aleph is usually assigned the number 1 and Yud is usually assigned number 10. By using these values, any word can be represented as its numerical form – "love" (Ahav in Hebrew) would be equivalent to 11-6-2-6.

Some gematria calculators also include special symbols for calculating important words such as "Shabbos" (the Sabbath), the names of angels and demons, etc. These symbols are normally represented as either colors or unique characters and are used to calculate specific values associated with these concepts.

By combining the numerical values of words together you can uncover deep secrets, correspondences and meanings found within religious texts or even your own life experiences and spiritual journey. That being said, it's important to remember that while there is profound wisdom found through gematria calculators, it should never be seen as a substitute for study or contemplation on actual texts within Judaism or other spiritual applications.

Depending on what type of calculator you use, you can also use it in combination with other forms of numerology such as tarot cards or I Ching readings for further insight about topics being discussed or explored in your life. Ultimately however, whether meaning is seen in your calculations or not depends on how closely each user studies their findings and how much interpretation they impart upon them.