Definition and Context:
Pi, commonly represented by the Greek letter π, is a mathematical constant that represents the ratio of a circle's circumference to its diameter. While the concept of Pi as a mathematical constant is not explicitly mentioned in the Bible, the idea of measuring circles and understanding their properties is present in biblical texts. The Bible, particularly in the Old Testament, contains references to measurements and constructions that imply an understanding of circular dimensions.

Biblical References:
One of the most notable references to circular measurements in the Bible is found in the construction of Solomon's Temple. In 1 Kings 7:23 , it is written: "Then he made the Sea of cast metal, ten cubits from brim to brim, circular in shape, and five cubits high. A line of thirty cubits measured its circumference." This passage describes a large basin, known as the "Sea," used for ceremonial washing in the temple. The dimensions given—ten cubits in diameter and thirty cubits in circumference—suggest an approximation of Pi as 3, which was a common approximation in ancient times.

Interpretation and Analysis:
The biblical description of the Sea in Solomon's Temple has been a topic of discussion among scholars and theologians. The apparent use of Pi as 3 in the text reflects the practical approach to measurements in the ancient world, where exact precision was often unnecessary for construction purposes. Some conservative scholars argue that the biblical text is not intended to provide a mathematical treatise but rather a description that conveys the grandeur and functionality of the temple's furnishings.

Additionally, it is important to consider the context and purpose of the biblical narrative. The focus of the passage is on the craftsmanship and significance of the temple, rather than on providing a precise mathematical constant. The use of round numbers may have been a literary device to emphasize the symmetry and beauty of the temple's design.

Theological Implications:
From a theological perspective, the mention of circular measurements in the Bible can be seen as a reflection of God's order and design in creation. The circle, with its endless form, can symbolize eternity and the divine nature of God. While the Bible does not delve into mathematical concepts like Pi, the presence of such measurements highlights the integration of practical knowledge and divine inspiration in the biblical text.

Historical and Cultural Context:
In the ancient Near East, where the Bible was written, mathematical knowledge was developing, and various cultures had their own approximations of Pi. The Egyptians and Babylonians, for example, had their methods for calculating the dimensions of circles. The biblical approximation aligns with these ancient practices, demonstrating the shared knowledge and cultural exchanges of the time.

Conclusion:
While Pi as a mathematical constant is not explicitly addressed in the Bible, the references to circular measurements in the construction of Solomon's Temple provide insight into the practical and symbolic use of geometry in biblical times. These passages reflect the broader cultural and historical context of the ancient world, where mathematics served both functional and symbolic purposes.1. (n.) A mass of type confusedly mixed or unsorted.

2. (v. t.) To put into a mixed and disordered condition, as type; to mix and disarrange the type of; as, to pi a form.

2138. eupeithes -- constantly attendant
... constantly attendant. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: eupeithes Phonetic
Spelling: (yoo-pi-thace') Short Definition: compliant Definition: compliant ...
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1598. ekpeirazo -- to test thoroughly, tempt
... to test thoroughly, tempt. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: ekpeirazo Phonetic
Spelling: (ek-pi-rad'-zo) Short Definition: I put to the test, make trial of ...
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3984. peira -- a trial, an experiment
... a trial, an experiment. Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: peira Phonetic
Spelling: (pi'-rah) Short Definition: a trial, experiment Definition: a ...
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4361. prospeinos -- hungry
... hungry. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: prospeinos Phonetic Spelling:
(pros'-pi-nos) Short Definition: very hungry Definition: very hungry. ...
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3985. peirazo -- to make proof of, to attempt, test, tempt
... to make proof of, to attempt, test, tempt. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration:
peirazo Phonetic Spelling: (pi-rad'-zo) Short Definition: I try, tempt, test ...
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3983. peinao -- to hunger, be hungry
... to hunger, be hungry. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: peinao Phonetic Spelling:
(pi-nah'-o) Short Definition: I am hungry, needy Definition: I am hungry ...
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3986. peirasmos -- an experiment, a trial, temptation
... an experiment, a trial, temptation. Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine Transliteration:
peirasmos Phonetic Spelling: (pi-ras-mos') Short Definition: trial, testing ...
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3980. peitharcheo -- to obey authority
... to obey authority. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: peitharcheo Phonetic Spelling:
(pi-tharkh-eh'-o) Short Definition: I obey one in authority Definition ...
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3981. peithos -- persuasive
... persuasive. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: peithos Phonetic Spelling:
(pi-thos') Short Definition: persuasive Definition: persuasive, enticing ...
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3987. peiraomai -- to try, attempt
... to try, attempt. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: peiraomai Phonetic Spelling:
(pi-rah'-o) Short Definition: I try, attempt Definition: mid: I try, attempt ...
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6367. Pi Hachiroth -- a place on the E. border of Egypt
Pi Hachiroth. 6366, 6367. Pi Hachiroth. 6368 . a place on the E. border
of Egypt. Transliteration: Pi Hachiroth Phonetic Spelling ...
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6364. Pi-beseth -- a place in Egypt
Pi-beseth. 6363b, 6364. Pi-beseth. 6365 . a place in Egypt. Transliteration:
Pi-beseth Phonetic Spelling: (pee beh'-seth) Short Definition: Pi-beseth. ...
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"My Word Will not Pass Away"
... SMALL LETTER OMEGA}{GREEK SMALL LETTER FINAL SIGMA} {GREEK SMALL LETTER ALPHA WITH
PSILI AND VARIA}{GREEK SMALL LETTER NU} {GREEK SMALL LETTER PI}{GREEK SMALL ...
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Appendix (E). Text of the Concluding Scholion of victor of ...
... ALPHA WITH VARIA}{GREEK SMALL LETTER FINAL SIGMA}(533) {GREEK SMALL LETTER
DELTA}{GREEK SMALL LETTER EPSILON WITH VARIA} {GREEK SMALL LETTER PI}{GREEK SMALL ...
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Appendix (F). On the Relative Antiquity of the Codex Vaticanus (B) ...
... LAMDA}{GREEK CAPITAL LETTER PHI}{GREEK CAPITAL LETTER ALPHA}{GREEK CAPITAL LETTER
SIGMA} {GREEK CAPITAL LETTER ETA} {GREEK CAPITAL LETTER PI}{GREEK CAPITAL ...
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Appendix (H). On the Interpolation of the Text of Codex B and ...
... SMALL LETTER OMICRON}{GREEK SMALL LETTER UPSILON} {GREEK SMALL LETTER TAU}{GREEK
SMALL LETTER ETA}{GREEK SMALL LETTER NU} {GREEK SMALL LETTER PI}{GREEK SMALL ...
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Notanda.
... GREEK SMALL LETTER ETA}{GREEK SMALL LETTER MU}{GREEK SMALL LETTER ETA}{GREEK SMALL
LETTER NU}, {GREEK SMALL LETTER EPSILON}{GREEK SMALL LETTER PI}{GREEK SMALL ...
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The Necessity of Other Preparatory Acts Besides Faith
... for our salvation, that is to say, the sum-total of "revelation" or "the true religion"
as opposed to "heresy." The term {GREEK SMALL LETTER PI}{GREEK SMALL ...
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The Last Twelve Verses.
... LETTER ALPHA WITH VARIA}{GREEK SMALL LETTER FINAL SIGMA} {GREEK SMALL LETTER
DELTA}{GREEK SMALL LETTER EPSILON WITH VARIA} {GREEK SMALL LETTER PI}{GREEK SMALL ...
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Defective Learning.
... It is true the Greek (GR. tau omicron upsilon w/tonos tau omicron), is a neuter,
while (GR. pi iota w/tonos sigma tau eta sigma), faith, is a feminine. ...
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Appendix (A). On the Importance of Attending to Patristic ...
... WITH PSILI}{GREEK SMALL LETTER NU}{GREEK SMALL LETTER THETA}{GREEK SMALL LETTER
RHO}{GREEK SMALL LETTER OMEGA WITH OXIA}{GREEK SMALL LETTER PI}{GREEK SMALL ...
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The Necessity of Faith for Justification
... The word {GREEK SMALL LETTER PI}{GREEK SMALL LETTER IOTA WITH OXIA}{GREEK SMALL
LETTER SIGMA}{GREEK SMALL LETTER TAU}{GREEK SMALL LETTER IOTA}{GREEK SMALL ...
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Pi (3 Occurrences)
... 2. (vt) To put into a mixed and disordered condition, as type; to mix and
disarrange the type of; as, to pi a form. ...Pi (3 Occurrences). ...
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Pi-hahiroth (4 Occurrences)
Pi-hahiroth. Pihahiroth, Pi-hahiroth. Pi-hahi'roth . Easton's Bible Dictionary
Place where the reeds grow (LXX. ... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. PI-HAHIROTH ...
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Pi-beseth (1 Occurrence)
Pi-beseth. Pibeseth, Pi-beseth. Pibe'seth . Easton's Bible Dictionary (Ezek.
30:17), supposed to mean. ... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. PI-BESETH. ...
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Philip'pi (6 Occurrences)
Philip'pi. Philippi, Philip'pi. Philippians . Multi-Version
Concordance Philip'pi (6 Occurrences). Matthew 16:13 And ...
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Pi'lha (1 Occurrence)
Pi'lha. Pilha, Pi'lha. Pill . Multi-Version Concordance Pi'lha (1 Occurrence).
Nehemiah 10:24 Hallohesh, Pilha, Shobek, (See RSV). ...
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Pi-hahi'roth (1 Occurrence)
Pi-hahi'roth. Pi-hahiroth, Pi-hahi'roth. Pi-ha-hi'roth . Multi-Version
Concordance Pi-hahi'roth (1 Occurrence). Numbers 33:7 and ...
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Pi-ha-hi'roth (2 Occurrences)
Pi-ha-hi'roth. Pi-hahi'roth, Pi-ha-hi'roth. Pilate . Multi-Version
Concordance Pi-ha-hi'roth (2 Occurrences). Exodus ...
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Pibeseth (1 Occurrence)
... It was the seat of one of the chief annual festivals of the Egyptians. Its ruins
bear the modern name of Tel-Basta. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. PI-BESETH. ...
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Pihahiroth (4 Occurrences)
...PI-HAHIROTH. pi-ha-hi'-roth (pi-ha-chiroth (Exodus 14:2-9 Numbers 33:7-8)): 1.
Meaning of Name: Nothing is known of the meaning of the name. ...
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Pison (1 Occurrence)
...pi'-shon pi'-son (pishon; the King James Version): A river of EDEN (which see),
said to compass the whole land of Havilah where there is gold, bdellium and ...
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