Explore the Structure
Look at the construction, its points and its distances. Ratios between distances are what become frequencies.
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Geometry structure
The complete construction, whatever is shown in the drawing.
Measurements & ratios 3
Each length divided by the reference length gives a ratio r. These ratios become frequencies in the next step.
| Measurement | Length | Ratio r |
|---|---|---|
| |C4C5| | 1.0000 | 1.0000 |
| |C1C3| | 1.7321 | 1.7321 |
| |C1C4| | 2.0000 | 2.0000 |
Mathematical details
Seven equal circles of radius R: centre O = (0, 0) and six surrounding centres C_k = (R cos(kπ/3), R sin(kπ/3)), k = 0…5. This is the seven-circle core only, not the full 19-circle Flower of Life pattern.
Symmetry: Dihedral D6.
Symbolic interpretation
Unity and the seed of creation — Seven equal circles: one centre and six around it. Centre distances give the ratios 1, √3 and 2.
The seven-circle core of the Flower of Life motif; modern esoteric writers attribute creation symbolism to it.