Ancient-egyptians Quote by Mark Booth Jonathan Black
““Highly complex numbers like the Comma of Pythagoras, Pi and Phi (sometimes called the Golden Proportion), are known as irrational numbers. They lie deep in the structure of the physical universe, and were seen by the Egyptians as the principles controlling creation, the principles by which matter is precipitated from the cosmic mind. Today scientists recognize the Comma of Pythagoras, Pi and the Golden Proportion as well as the closely related Fibonacci sequence are universal constants that describe complex patterns in astronomy, music and physics. ... To the Egyptians these numbers were also the secret harmonies of the cosmos and they incorporated them as rhythms and proportions in the construction of their pyramids and temples.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Secret Harmony of Numbers, Mark Booth Jonathan Black, 2015
Irrational constants like Pi, Phi, and the Fibonacci sequence underlie natural patterns and were revered by ancient Egyptians as cosmic principles.
In simple terms: Key numbers shape nature and were seen as divine.
Key Takeaway
Recognize patterns in science and art.
Themes
mathematics
cosmology
history
philosophy
Mood
curious
reflective
Type
educational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- architecture
- music composition
- astronomy research
- physics
- education
Key Concepts
irrational numbers
golden ratio
fibonacci
universal constants
Questions to Reflect On
- How do these constants appear in modern design?
- Can we apply them ethically?
A Different Perspective
Ancient interpretations may be symbolic, not literal scientific truth.
