Torah on Location: The Language of Numbers

Introduction

• Host: Avi Ben Mordechai
• Theme: Study of numbers in Hebrew Scripture, focusing on sound and frequency

Key Concepts

Hebrew Language and Numbers

• Hebrew language: deeply connected to sound, frequency, and numbers
• Gematria: The study of the numeric value of Hebrew letters and its significance

Names and Numbers

Adam and Chava (Eve)

• Adam: Spelled Aleph-Dalet-Mem, numeric value = 45
• Chava (Eve): Spelled Chet-Vav-Hey, numeric value = 19
• Subtracting Chava's value from Adam's value: 45 - 19 = 26
• 26: Numeric value of the divine name YHWH (Yud-Hey-Vav-Hey)
• Significance: The divine name revealed through the relationship between Adam and Chava

Lessons for Men

• Men should listen to their wives as they reflect the feminine aspect of the divine (Ruach HaKodesh)
• Importance of not mistreating wives, as they symbolize the Ruach HaKodesh

Deeper Analysis

Fullness (Milui)

• YHWH spelled out: Yud-Hey-Vav-Hey = 45
• Connection between Adam (45) and divine name YHWH (26)
• Reflects unity and the concept of becoming one flesh in marriage

New Testament Interpretation

• 2 Corinthians 3:18: Transformation into the image of YHWH through the Ruach HaKodesh
• Genesis 1: Being made in the image of YHWH

Genesis 49 and the Twelve Tribes

• Jacob's Prayer: Names of Jacob's twelve sons add up to 49 letters
• Shema (Deuteronomy 6:4): Six words, reflecting heavenly declaration
• Response: Six words from earth to heaven (Baruch Shem Kavod...)
• Total: 12 words, 49 letters

Hosea 1:11

• One Head (Rosh): Represents Messiah as the head of the tribes
• Colossians 1:18: Messiah as the head of the body (congregation)
• Adding the head to 49 letters: Total of 50 (symbolizes Shavuot/Pentecost)

Summary

• Interconnection of Hebrew letters, numbers, and divine concepts
• Importance of understanding these connections for deeper faith and trust in YHWH's sovereignty
• Encouragement to appreciate the divine orchestration of events in our lives
• Key takeaways: Trust in divine control, significance of numeric values in Hebrew Scripture

Conclusion

• Importance of Emunah (faith) and recognizing YHWH's control in all events
• Encouragement for personal growth in understanding Hebrew Scriptures through numbers