Der geheime Code : Die rätselhafte Formel, die Kunst, Natur und Wissenschft bestimt

The Divine Proportion reveals simple patterns found in nature, art, and architecture, evident in everything from fruit seed arrangements and bee family trees to the pyramids of Egypt and Renaissance paintings. Represented by the Greek symbol Φ, this unique ratio, approximately 1.6180339, transcends mere numbers, embodying an aesthetic guide for 2500 years. Its origins trace back to ancient Babylon, intertwining with the history of mathematics and evolving into the fractals of the digital age. As we explore its manifestations, we discover the Golden Rectangle in the Parthenon, Golden Spirals in the human ear, and the Fibonacci numbers in flowers and DNA. The Divine Proportion exemplifies natural balance and beauty, serving as a reminder of the harmonious relationship between parts and the whole. Known by various names—Golden Mean, Sacred Cut, and Phi—it has earned its designation as "divine" through its enduring significance across cultures and centuries. This book delves into the Divine Proportion, a secret code that governs the realms of art, nature, and science, highlighting its profound impact on our understanding of beauty and order in the universe.