🔢 Gematria Hebrew/Greek
A systematic study of biblical number patterns through Hebrew and Greek letter values. This page provides reference tables and examines Troy Brewer's "Numbers That Preach" through a biblical discernment framework.
Hebrew Alphabet & Values
The Hebrew alphabet consists of 22 letters, each with a numerical value. This system was used for counting and has been examined for spiritual significance throughout Jewish and Christian history.
| Letter | Name | Value | Letter | Name | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| א | Aleph | 1 | ל | Lamed | 30 |
| ב | Beth | 2 | מ | Mem | 40 |
| ג | Gimel | 3 | נ | Nun | 50 |
| ד | Daleth | 4 | ס | Samech | 60 |
| ה | He | 5 | ע | Ayin | 70 |
| ו | Vav | 6 | פ | Pe | 80 |
| ז | Zayin | 7 | צ | Tsade | 90 |
| ח | Heth | 8 | ק | Qoph | 100 |
| ט | Teth | 9 | ר | Resh | 200 |
| י | Yod | 10 | ש | Shin | 300 |
| כ | Kaph | 20 | ת | Tav | 400 |
Greek Alphabet & Values
The Greek alphabet contains 24 letters. Like Hebrew, each letter has a numerical value that was used in ancient counting systems.
| Letter | Name | Value | Letter | Name | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Α | Alpha | 1 | Ν | Nu | 50 |
| Β | Beta | 2 | Ξ | Xi | 60 |
| Γ | Gamma | 3 | Ο | Omicron | 70 |
| Δ | Delta | 4 | Π | Pi | 80 |
| Ε | Epsilon | 5 | Ρ | Rho | 100 |
| Ϝ | Digamma | 6 | Σ | Sigma | 200 |
| Ζ | Zeta | 7 | Τ | Tau | 300 |
| Η | Eta | 8 | Υ | Upsilon | 400 |
| Θ | Theta | 9 | Φ | Phi | 500 |
| Ι | Iota | 10 | Χ | Chi | 600 |
| Κ | Kappa | 20 | Ψ | Psi | 700 |
| Λ | Lambda | 30 | Ω | Omega | 800 |
| Μ | Mu | 40 | Ϡ | Sampi | 900 |
Pastor Troy Brewer has developed an extensive study of biblical numbers through gematria. His audiobook "Numbers That Preach" contains 40+ chapters covering individual numbers and their spiritual significance.
Key Concepts from Troy's Teaching:
- Unity (1): Represents God's singularity and oneness
- Faithful Witness (2): The concept of two witnesses establishing truth
- Set Apart (2): Separation and sanctification
Full Chapter List: 40 sequential chapters (1-40), plus special studies on 50, 66, 120, 153, triple numbers (111-999), and 11 additional specialized topics.
While studying gematria, we must maintain biblical balance. Numbers can reveal patterns, but we must avoid:
- Making doctrine from number patterns alone
- Forcing correlations where none exist
- Prioritizing numerical meaning over clear biblical text
- Engaging in speculation rather than scriptural study
- Treating gematria as mystical rather than mathematical
Remember: Scripture interprets Scripture. Any insights from gematria must align with clear biblical teaching. Use this as a study tool, not a source of new revelation.
1 Thessalonians 5:21: "Test all things; hold fast what is good."
Personal Study Notes
Use the editor below to record insights, questions, and observations as you study biblical numbers:
Next Steps
This page is the foundation for deeper gematria study. Future development will include:
- Individual number study pages (linked to Troy's chapters)
- Hebrew/Greek word calculators
- Biblical text analysis tools
- Cross-reference correlation tables