Spice of Torah - Gematria

Introduction by Rabbi J. Immanuel Schochet

A fascinating tool of traditional Torah interpretation

The study of gematria, the hidden meaning of Hebrew words based on the numerical value of the letters, has been called "the spice of Torah." It is a fascinating tool of traditional Torah interpretation. This reference volume lists each and every word of the Pentateuch -- in Hebrew with its English translation -- according to its gematria, enabling anybody to experiment and explore the possibilities inherent in this methodology of interpretation. The book's format has been praised as a great convenience and is invaluable for rabbis, scholars and students.