One edge of the Pyramid of Gizeh is 783.3 feet long, the
height of the Pyramid is 484.4 feet. The length of one sideline divided by
height leads to the phi ratio 1.618. The height of 484.4 feet corresponds to
5,813 inches (5-8-13)—figures from the Fibonacci sequence. These interesting
observations give a clue that the pyramid was designed to incorporate the phi
proportion 1.618. Modern scientists tend towards the interpretation that the
ancient Egyptians built it for the sole purpose of transmitting knowledge
they wanted to preserve for coming generations. Intensive research at the
Pyramid of Gizeh has shown how far advanced mathematical and astrological
knowledge was at that time. With respect to all proportions in and around the
pyramid, the number 1.618 played the most important role.
The Mexican Pyramids
Not only are the Egyptian pyramids built according to the perfect proportions
of the Golden Section, but the same phenomenon is found in the Mexican
pyramids. It is conceivable that both the Egyptian and the Mexican pyramids
were built at approximately the same time by people of common descent. Figures
1-2a and b give an example of the importance of the incorporated proportion,
phi = 1.618.
A
cross-section of the pyramid (Figure 1-2a) shows a structure shaped as a
staircase. There are 16 steps in the first set, 42 in the second, and 68 in
the third. These numbers are based on the Fibonacci ratio 1.618 in the
following way: Forex 101.
16 X 1.618 = 26 16 + 26 = 42 26 X
1.618 = 42 42 X 1.618 = 68
