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Gematria as a Method of Torah Interpretation
These sources trace gematria—the study of Hebrew letters' numerical values—from its use by the early Sages through medieval and Hasidic thought. They present gematria as a legitimate exegetical tool that reveals hidden connections and structural truths embedded in the Torah's letters, rooted in the metaphysical significance of Hebrew.
יוֹדֵעַ הָיָה בְּצַלְאֵל לְצָרֵף אוֹתִיּוֹת שֶׁנִּבְרְאוּ בָּהֶן שָׁמַיִם וָאָרֶץ
The Gematria and Mystical Meaning of Vav
Sources exploring the numeric value of the Hebrew letter vav (ו), which equals 6, and its mystical significance in Jewish tradition. The sources connect this gematria to creation, the structure of the divine name, and the letter's role as a connector in Kabbalistic thought.
יודע היה בצלאל לצרף אותיות שנברו בהן שמים וארץ