Babylon Gematria

Babylon gematria, also known as gematria de-Babil (גימטריא דבבל) in Hebrew, is a form of Jewish numerology that assigns numerical values to Hebrew letters, similar to the more widely known gematria. The term "Babylon" in this context does not refer to the ancient city but rather to the Babylonian Talmud, where this method of calculation is discussed. In Babylon gematria, the numerical values of the Hebrew letters are used to find hidden meanings or connections between words and phrases. This practice is rooted in the belief that the Torah's meaning extends beyond its literal text, and that numerical relationships can reveal deeper insights. The method involves adding the numerical values of the letters in a word to find a corresponding value, which can then be compared to other words or phrases. Babylon gematria is one of several forms of gematria, each with its own rules and applications, and it is often used in Jewish mysticism and exegesis.