Biblical Circles, Hidden Pi, and the Number 153: A Chain of Mathematical WondersThe Bible contains several intriguing mathematical coincidences involving circles, the constant π, and the mysterious number 153. When you line them up, they form a remarkable chain that blends geometry, numerology, and scriptural symbolism — perfect material for anyone fascinated by sacred geometry or biblical patterns.1. Solomon’s Molten Sea: Pi Encoded in Plain Sight (and in the Letters)In 1 Kings 7:23 and 2 Chronicles 4:2, Solomon’s Temple features a huge bronze basin called the “Molten Sea”:Diameter: 10 cubits Circumference: 30 cubits (measured with a קו – a measuring line) Simple division gives 30 ÷ 10 = 3 — a practical rough approximation of π for ancient builders.But the Hebrew text adds a subtle layer. In 1 Kings 7:23 the word for “line” is spelled unusually as קוה (gematria: 100 + 6 + 5 = 111), while it’s normally spelled קו (100 + 6 = 106) and pronounced that way.Traditional Jewish interpr...