| id | letter | no_accents_letter | php_lit_translit | lang | unicode_block | number | name | unicode | eng_grk_readable | value_basis | shape_value | shape_category | alphabet_position | alphabet_position_from_end | unicode_codepoint | unicode_decimal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 298 | o | ο | o | pt | 70 | LATIN SMALL LETTER O | U+111 | Ο | historical_numeric | 0 | 16 | 12 | U+006F | 111 |
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| id | letter | no_accents_letter | php_lit_translit | lang | unicode_block | number | name | unicode | eng_grk_readable | value_basis | shape_value | shape_category | alphabet_position | alphabet_position_from_end | unicode_codepoint | unicode_decimal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 298 | o | ο | o | pt | 70 | LATIN SMALL LETTER O | U+111 | Ο | historical_numeric | 0 | 16 | 12 | U+006F | 111 |
Letter notes
o LATIN SMALL LETTER O
The letter "o" originates from the Phoenician letter "ayin," which also represents the sound /o/. It has been present in numerous alphabets, including Greek, Latin, Cyrillic, and others, continuing to convey the phonetic value of /o/.
In esoteric traditions, the circle shape of the letter "o" has symbolized infinity, wholeness, and the cyclical nature of existence. In Kabbalistic teachings, the circle can represent Ein Sof, the infinite and unknowable aspect of the divine. It is seen as a symbol of unity and connection to the universe.
The symbol "o" has been used in various ancient and modern traditions to signify concepts such as eternity, perfection, and the divine. In alchemy, it can represent the alchemical symbol for gold, symbolizing spiritual enlightenment and transformation. In modern logos and design, the circle is often used to convey harmony, balance, and unity.
In esoteric traditions, the circle shape of the letter "o" has symbolized infinity, wholeness, and the cyclical nature of existence. In Kabbalistic teachings, the circle can represent Ein Sof, the infinite and unknowable aspect of the divine. It is seen as a symbol of unity and connection to the universe.
The symbol "o" has been used in various ancient and modern traditions to signify concepts such as eternity, perfection, and the divine. In alchemy, it can represent the alchemical symbol for gold, symbolizing spiritual enlightenment and transformation. In modern logos and design, the circle is often used to convey harmony, balance, and unity.
How the 27-position alphabet value works
The ancient letter-number system uses 27 positions arranged in three groups of nine: 1–9, 10–90, and 100–900.
To compare English letters with this system, Samekhi/Xi is counted as the missing 15th position between N and O. It occupies the value 60 even though it is not present in the modern English alphabet.
Therefore, A–N use positions 1–14, O–Z use positions 16–27, and each letter receives the number belonging to its position. For example, W falls at position 24, giving it a value of 600.
This is a comparative mapping used in this study.
