The Mathers Table: Unlocking the Mystical Power of the Hebrew Alphabet

The Hebrew alphabet holds profound mystical significance, and one of the best-known resources for decoding its secrets is the Mathers Table, compiled by S.L. MacGregor Mathers. This table associates each of the 22 Hebrew letters with specific symbolic meanings, numerical values, and phonetic sounds. Through this framework, the Hebrew alphabet serves as a spiritual map, offering insights into the nature of creation, consciousness, and the divine process.

In this article, we will explore the Mathers Table, translating its symbolic meanings into Neville Goddard’s spiritual framework, particularly focusing on how these letters align with principles of manifestation, imagination, and self-transformation.

The Full Mathers Table Breakdown

Letter	Numerical Value	Signification
Aleph (א)	1	Represents the divine, unity, and beginning—signifying the "I AM" consciousness in Goddard’s teachings.
Bet (ב)	2	Represents a house or dwelling place; symbolises the mind as a vessel for creation and manifestation.
Gimel (ג)	3	Represents a camel; a symbol of movement, transition, and the ability to endure in pursuit of desire.
Daled (ד)	4	Represents a door; the threshold between different states of consciousness.
He (ה)	5	Represents the breath, the window; signifies divine revelation and communication, the act of receiving new insight.
Vav (ו)	6	Represents a nail or peg, symbolising connection and the fixing of ideas in imagination (similar to crucifixion).
Zayin (ז)	7	Represents a sword or weapon, signifying the ability to cut through illusion and align with divine truth.
Chet (ח)	8	Represents a fence or enclosure, symbolic of protection, boundaries, and transformation.
Tet (ט)	9	Represents a serpent or shield, representing the energy of transformation and growth.
Yod (י)	10	Represents a hand, signifying the power to manifest through conscious action and imagination.
Kaf (כ)	20	Represents the palm of a hand, symbolising the power of free will, the capacity to choose and direct one's creative force.
Lamed (ל)	30	Represents an ox-goad, symbolic of the drive or energy required to direct one's life and to grow spiritually.
Mem (מ)	40	Represents water, symbolic of the flow of life, purification, and the nurturing aspect of creation.
Nun (נ)	50	Represents a fish, symbolising faith, endurance, and spiritual fertility.
Samekh (ס)	60	Represents a prop or support, symbolising stability and divine protection.
Ayin (ע)	70	Represents the eye, signifying vision, perception, and the capacity to see through spiritual insight.
Pe (פ)	80	Represents a mouth, symbolising speech, expression, and the power of words to create reality.
Tsade (צ)	90	Represents a fishhook, symbolic of the ability to catch spiritual truths and insights.
Qof (ק)	100	Represents a monkey or back of the head, symbolic of the subconscious mind and the forces of transformation.
Resh (ר)	200	Represents a head or the beginning of a new cycle, symbolising leadership and the manifestation of new ideas.
Shin (ש)	300	Represents a tooth, signifying divine power, transformation, and the creative fire within.
Tav (ת)	400	Represents a cross or mark, symbolic of the culmination of spiritual work, a sign of completion and manifestation.

Understanding Key Hebrew Letters and Their Symbolism

Aleph (א): The Divine "I AM" Consciousness

Aleph is the first letter of the Hebrew alphabet and represents the unity and source of all creation. Its numerical value of 1 indicates the starting point of all things, linking directly to the "I AM" consciousness that Neville Goddard emphasizes. This is the state of pure awareness and creative potential, where everything emanates from the divine. In Goddard’s framework, Aleph represents the foundation of manifestation—our ability to create through imagination.

Bet (ב): The House of Creation

Bet is the second letter, and it is associated with a house or dwelling place. Symbolically, it represents the mind as a vessel for creation, a space where thoughts, beliefs, and desires take shape. In Goddard’s terms, Bet represents the "house" where the seeds of creation are planted—our consciousness, which shapes the world we experience. Our mind is a living house that nurtures the seeds we plant with our imagination.

Vav (ו): The Nail of Connection

Vav represents a nail or peg and is often associated with the concept of connection. In the context of Neville Goddard’s teachings, Vav symbolizes the act of fixing or nailing a thought or desire into the subconscious mind. Just as nails connect parts of a structure, Vav signifies the connection between our conscious desires and subconscious beliefs. It also has a profound association with the crucifixion in Christian symbolism, where the old self is “nailed” to the cross, signifying a shift in consciousness.

He (ה): The Window of Divine Revelation

He represents the breath or a window. It is the symbol of divine communication, where a revelation enters and inspires the conscious mind. In Neville Goddard’s teachings, He represents the openness to divine insight and guidance. This letter reflects the moment when our imagination is open to receiving new ideas or directions for manifestation.

Yod (י): The Hand of Manifestation

Yod, the smallest of the letters, represents a hand and symbolizes the power of manifestation. The hand is the tool by which we create in the physical world, and Yod is the first point of creation. In Goddard’s system, this represents the power of conscious thought and imagination to shape reality. Yod reminds us that we must take deliberate action to manifest our desires, using the power of thought as the hand of creation.

Mem (מ): The Waters of Creation

Mem represents water and is often associated with the flow of life and purification. It embodies the nurturing and transformative aspects of creation. In Neville Goddard’s work, Mem signifies the fluidity and movement of the imagination. Water can be both a cleansing force and a symbol of abundance, much as the imagination is capable of shaping and manifesting new realities when it flows freely and unimpeded.

Shin (ש): The Fire of Creation

Shin represents a tooth or fire, signifying transformation and the creative power of the universe. In the context of Goddard's teachings, Shin represents the intense, creative force that shapes reality. Fire is transformative, capable of changing matter into something new, just as focused imagination can transform our lives by altering our inner state and beliefs.

Tav (ת): The Mark of Completion

Tav is the final letter of the Hebrew alphabet and represents a cross or a mark. This symbolizes the culmination of a process or the completion of spiritual work. In Goddard’s framework, Tav signifies the moment of manifestation—when the desires and intentions that have been nurtured within the mind are brought into physical reality. Tav is the end of a cycle, representing the fruition of your imagination.

Conclusion: Using the Hebrew Alphabet for Spiritual Transformation

The Mathers Table reveals the depth and power of the Hebrew alphabet, with each letter offering a unique symbol that aligns with Neville Goddard’s teachings on manifestation, imagination, and spiritual growth. The letters serve as gateways to understanding how consciousness creates reality, guiding us to transform our inner world and, as a result, our outer world.

By meditating on these letters and their associated meanings, we can deepen our understanding of the creative process and unlock new pathways for manifestation. Whether you're seeking personal growth, spiritual enlightenment, or practical results in the material world, the Hebrew alphabet provides an essential key to accessing the transformative power of your imagination.