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gematria is a form of numerology that uses numerical values assigned to letters in the Hebrew alphabet to create signification and meaning from words or phrases. This practice is associated with Jewish mysticism, forms part of the base of Kabbalah, and has been used to analyze many words and phrases in the Hebrew Bible. The word itself is derived from the Hebrew root "gema", which means "to measure", and "tarioh", which connotes writing.

In gematria, each letter of the Hebrew alphabet is assigned a numeric value. The letter alef is represented by the number one, while bet equals two and so forth until tav, which has a numerical value of 400. There are some spells that omit certain letters - such as shin (300) and tsadi (90) - for either mystical or practical reasons. Numerical equivalents for foreign languages can also be used in gematria with values being assigned as if each letter were represented by its corresponding number value in Hebrew - thus an English "A" would be likened to alef (1).

The technique of gematria has been used throughout the centuries by many cultures including early Christians and medieval Mesopotamians. When using this method of interpretation, words or phrases that share the same numerical value are seen as related or significant – this could be used to give hidden meanings to scriptures or holy documents or even as an indirect form of communication between parties who shared a common language.

Gematria is still employed today by individuals to study text – most commonly in religious ritual contexts – but its application can range from personal name analyses and numerological divinations to astrology readings. While opinions differ on whether gematria contains any actual truth within this divination technique; it remains an interesting field of study for those looking into ancient traditions and forms of communicating across cultures.

To spell Gematria correctly - G-E-M-A-T-R-I-A