A haunch in masonry
is that part of an arch
where thrusting forces splay
and try to push out most.
If we start at the top and work
our way down, the haunch
is measured at a precise angle
in a round, Roman or barrel vault.
It is fifty one degrees
and fifty one minutes
universally, without exception.
The slope of great pyramids is based on
a wonder, the slippery number
of the golden mean, or phi
a greek letter that sounds like ‘fee.’
The slope of these pyramids is precise and
astounding because it is measured
at fifty one degrees
and fifty one minutes
but no one can reckon
Why?
is that part of an arch
where thrusting forces splay
and try to push out most.
If we start at the top and work
our way down, the haunch
is measured at a precise angle
in a round, Roman or barrel vault.
It is fifty one degrees
and fifty one minutes
universally, without exception.
The slope of great pyramids is based on
a wonder, the slippery number
of the golden mean, or phi
a greek letter that sounds like ‘fee.’
The slope of these pyramids is precise and
astounding because it is measured
at fifty one degrees
and fifty one minutes
but no one can reckon
Why?
No idea why, maybe it has to do with the angle of the stars and such? :) Nice piece!
ReplyDeleteWho knows why Ina? Not me, I merely noticed it.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed this poem immensely. I had just finished studying about masons . . . how ironic. Very well done! Thank you!
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Like this alot, I hav no idea either, but it is fun to ponder why !
ReplyDeleteJL&B
and to come across new mysteries!!!.......very well written......a breath of fresh air :)
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Thanks for sharing..
ReplyDeletestunning piece.
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This kind of made my head hurt, in a good way. Nicely done :)
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ReplyDeleteQue sera......! It's makes a great read anyway!
ReplyDeleteVery informative and descriptive. Quite substantial poem in terms of content.
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