The answer is: 30

(Gen 1:20-23) x (John 2:6) = (5) x (6) = 30

Let’s get our creative thinking caps on and explore, shall we? Genesis tells us that on the fifth day of creation, God filled the oceans with all sorts of sea creatures. This included magnificent whales, making water ballet a sight to behold since ancient times! Fun fact: the blue whale is not only the largest creature alive today but also the largest animal to have ever existed. Imagine that giant swimming through the pristine waters of the planet God crafted!

Now, switching gears over to the New Testament at a lively wedding in Cana. Did you know that Jesus' first miracle, turning water into wine, is also considered a wink at abundance? He used six stone waterpots lassoed into a delightful act that turned an ordinary party into one to remember. Many scholars like to point out that each of these pots had a purpose, echoing the significant role of hospitality in ancient culture.

So when we multiply these two significant elements—five from Genesis and six from the happy nuptials—we reach our delightful conclusion of 30. Is it just a coincidence? In biblical numerology, the number 30 seems to pop up repeatedly, often representing maturity or a coming of age—pretty fitting in both accounts of creation and celebration. There’s always something deeper and more intriguing hiding behind the numbers in the Bible!