Mathematics as Known to the Vedic Samhitas (Sri Garib Das Oriental Series No 169)

Publisher: Sri Satguru Publications
Author: Dr. M. D. Pandit
Language: English
Edition: 1993
ISBN: 9788170303688
Pages: 268
Cover: Hardcover
Dimensions: 23 cm x 15 cm
Weight: 420 gm

About the Book

"Mathematics As Known to the Vedic Samhitas" by Dr. M. D. Pandit is a comprehensive exploration of the mathematical concepts embedded in the Vedic Samhitas, one of the most ancient texts in Indian spiritual and scientific literature. This work meticulously examines whether the Vedas, the sacred texts of ancient India, contain mathematical principles in the true sense. Through this study, Dr. Pandit highlights the advanced stage of mathematical knowledge during Vedic times, focusing specifically on arithmetic.

The book offers a detailed analysis of nine Vedic texts that deal with numbers, mathematical operations, and the structure of the number system used by the Vedic people. Dr. Pandit explores a range of topics, including:

• The sequence of numbers and ordinal numbers

• Methods of counting and mathematical operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division

• Advanced concepts such as fractions, squares, square roots, cubes, and cube roots

• The concept of zero, base-10 system, progressions, and the positioning of numbers

The book is structured into multiple chapters that include practical examples and an insightful analysis of how numbers were interpreted and used in the Vedic tradition. It provides not only a linguistic interpretation of the Vedic number system but also connects it with modern mathematical principles, including simple and compound numbers.

Key Features:

• In-depth examination of Vedic mathematical texts and their arithmetic concepts

• Detailed discussion on Vedic number systems, operations, and mathematical theories

• Exploration of the concept of zero as both a number and a placeholder in the Vedic era

• Clear explanations with numerous examples to aid in understanding the mathematical methods of ancient India

Dr. Pandit’s work also highlights the scientific mindset of the Vedic people and their profound understanding of mathematics, which laid the foundation for many concepts still in use today. This book will appeal to mathematics enthusiasts, scholars of Vedic literature, and anyone interested in the historical development of mathematics.