John,
Both these dimensionless constants, pi and e, are transcendental
numbers; in other words, neither can be defined precisely as the ratio
of two integers, nor by any algebraic process. The numbers represented
by the letters and words of biblical Hebrew and Greek are, of necessity,
integers. Thus, by the procedure described, it is only possible to
generate approximations of these constants. However, the fact that they
are good approximations - bearing in mind the tight constraints imposed
by the demands of the many other features of interest (revealed in
earlier pages) - speaks volumes for the remarkable abilities of their
author.
Concerning these approximations, I estimate the 'odds against' them
arising by chance to be around 10 billion to 1 - and that takes no
account of the obvious textual association between the verses involved.
John, I suspect you have not examined the evidence I have provided. If,
and when, you do, you will find there are additional aspects to consider
as, for example, some telling features of geometry and symbolism.
I am surprised that you appear unable to temper your aversion to these
findings with a little reason. Shouldn't all Christians approach any
newly revealed body of self-evident truth with an open mind? - and
particularly when it offers to lead to a better understanding of God's
providence, works and ways?
Regards
Vernon
John W Burgeson wrote:
>
> >> the Hebrew words of Genesis 1:1 deliver a value for the fundamental
> constant
> 'pi' correct to 5 significant figures (underestimating the true value by
> a mere 0.0012%). Precisely the same procedure applied to the Greek of
> John 1:1 yields an estimate of Euler's number, 'e', also correct to 5
> significant figures (overestimating the true value by 0.0011%)>>
>
> So God is an imperfect mathematician? He underestimates pi and
> overestimates e?
>
> Sorry.
>
> John Burgeson (Burgy)
>
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John W Burgeson wrote:
>
> >> the Hebrew words of Genesis 1:1 deliver a value for the fundamental
> constant
> 'pi' correct to 5 significant figures (underestimating the true value by
> a mere 0.0012%). Precisely the same procedure applied to the Greek of
> John 1:1 yields an estimate of Euler's number, 'e', also correct to 5
> significant figures (overestimating the true value by 0.0011%)>>
>
> So God is an imperfect mathematician? He underestimates pi and
> overestimates e?
>
> Sorry.
>
> John Burgeson (Burgy)
>
> www.burgy.50megs.com
> (science/theology, quantum mechanics, baseball, ethics,
> humor, cars, God's intervention into natural causation, etc.)
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