Essays of gurudeva

Reasonable Effectiveness of Mathematics – part 3

Mathematics

MISSING THE WOODS FOR THE TREES Does the structure and availability of existing mathematics shape the formulation of physical theories? Yes! Examples: Dimension is the perception of differentiation between internal structural space and external relational space of an object. Since we observe through electromagnetic radiation, where the electric field and the magnetic field move perpendicular […]

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Manipulative Mathematics

Mathematics

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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Indian Version of Zeno’s Paradox

Mind, Perception, Intelligence

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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