The problem with modern science and mathematics is the introduction of imprecision in the name of precision. The precise definitions of terms have been relegated to the background by introducing operational definitions that can be manipulated as one wants to suit his/her requirement even for exactly opposite effects. History of mathematical science is replete with […]
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अर्धजरतीयन्यायः (ARDHAJARATEEYANYAAYAH).(Nor is a semi-effete existence admissible). This is an ancient dictum quoted in Patanjali’s Mahaabhaashya 4-1-78. This is also found in Shankara’s Brahmasootrabhaashya 1-1-19 and again in 1-2-8 (while explaining some Upanishadic statements), Sarvadarshana Samgraha in its Boudha section, Saptapadaarthi, Brahmasootrataatparyavivarana 3-4-26, Nyaayamanjari of Jayanta Bhatta, Adwaita Brahmasiddhi, etc. Zeno’s paradox describes something like
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What is reality? We define reality as that which has: 1) physical existence that is perceptible through any of our sense organs (astitva) irrespective of the observer, time or space, 2) is knowable (jneyatwa), and 3) is describable in any language (abhidheyatwa). Anything that violates these conditions is unreal. For example, a mirage is unreal
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Logic is the instrument for eliminating doubt. It is not a determinant of reality by itself – it is a subsidiary or aid to proof – which considers different alternatives of a generally known subject to arrive at the reality or the concept behind its existence or functioning. This may or may not be the
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Most people have a wrong notion about Vedanta, because most commentaries give partial explanations not covering all aspects. Thus, their translations do not give a correct picture. I had spoken on this in many important forums. Specifically, I had presented a paper last year in a National Seminar to commemorate the Millennium of Ramanuja, the
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