The Golden Ratio
The Golden ratio 1:1.618 or Phi is the basis of Vedic Cosmology and sacred architecture seen in Vedic temples in India. The Golden ratio can be created with the Sat-kona and also on a perfect Pentagram, the Pentagram being the Pancha tattva, five truths.
Calculating Phi using the Sat-kona
- Draw the Sat-kona, add two circles either side to summon Vasuki. Divide as shown.
2. Add the snakes eyes as shown.
3. Draw in the three Sun circles.
4. Draw a line on the Dakshinayana (Outer circle), draw a line on the Uttarayana (Inner circle) and draw a line across the top, this space is now divided according to the Golden mean, 1.618 Phi. Regardless of size the proportions will always be 1.618.
5. Add the triangle as shown, this triangle represents the Manasottara (Mind Mountain) where the Sun orbits over Bhu-mandala. The top angle is 84 degrees, the bottom angle is 48 degrees and is used in the design of many Vedic temples.
Calculating Phi using the Pancha tattva
To learn how to draw a perfect Pentagram go here.
The Pentagram or the Panchakara represents the Mind and the five senses, also representing Surya’s Chariot. The Pentagram angles are used in Vedic temple design and can also be seen in the measurements of Bhu-mandala. 36,72 and 108 degrees.