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Everything you need to understand Abjad — the practice of giving Arabic letters number values. Begin with the complete guide, learn the exact calculation rules, compare the Eastern and Maghribi systems, and keep the glossary close. All in plain language.
📚The Complete Abjad GuideA full, step-by-step walkthrough of how Abjad values are calculated, with worked examples.Read the guide →
Core Concepts
The essentials — the rules, the systems, and the vocabulary.
📜Abjad Calculation RulesThe exact method: letter values, diacritics, ta marbuta and more.⚖️Eastern vs MaghribiHow the two main Abjad systems differ, and which six letters change.🔭Abjad vs GematriaHow Arabic Abjad compares with Hebrew gematria and Greek isopsephy.📖GlossaryKey Abjad and ilm-ul-adad terms explained in plain language.
Step-by-Step Guides
Deeper, practical walkthroughs of specific topics.
▦Magic Squares & TaweezA step-by-step guide to wafq (magic squares) and how they are built.🔮Spiritual Number Decoder GuideHow numbers are read in the ilm-ul-adad tradition, with examples.
Reference & Tools
The pages you will keep coming back to.
🔢Abjad TableAll 28 letters and their values, one page each.🔢Abjad NumbersWhat each number means, with example names.🌟Islamic NamesNames and their Abjad values, A to Z.🧮Abjad CalculatorWork out the value of any name or word.
Latest Articles
New tutorials and explainers are published regularly — browse the Articles for the latest, from choosing a baby name with Abjad to converting dates and understanding your results.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best way to learn Abjad?
Start with the complete guide for a full walkthrough, then read the calculation rules to understand the method, and keep the glossary handy for any unfamiliar terms.
What is the difference between the Abjad systems?
The Mashriqi (Eastern) and Maghribi (Western) systems agree on most letters but differ on six. The Eastern vs Maghribi guide explains exactly which and why.
Is Abjad the same as gematria?
They share the same idea of giving letters number values, but Arabic Abjad, Hebrew gematria and Greek isopsephy differ in their letters and values. The comparison guide covers this.
Are Abjad readings a form of fortune-telling?
No. An Abjad value is arithmetic. Any meaning built on it is a matter of tradition and reflection, not prediction.
Reviewed by Moulana Haji Abdul Basit (Islamic Scholar & Mentor) · Last Updated: September 2, 2026