Mathematical Thought in Literature

இலக்கியங்களில் கணிதவியல் சிந்தனைகள்

Abstract

Mathematics is a scientific technique closely integrated with human life. It plays a crucial role in creating change and fostering development at local, regional, and global levels. This study introduces how our ancestors, the Tamils, applied mathematical concepts in their daily lives. Terms such as Ondru (1), Mukkal (3), Araikkal (Half period), Kaal (Time), Naal (Day), Moosam (Season), Moosum Aaraikkal (One and a half season), Irumoom (Two months), Magaan (Three months), Orumoo (One month), Mukkal Veesam (Three parts), Mukkaan (Three months), Araiveesam (Half part), Araimoo (Half month), Kaalveesam (Time fraction), Kaanish (Observation), Muththiri (Pine), Keelamuththiri (Lower pine), Mummoo (Triple), Arai (Half), Gunam (Quality), Pandham (Bond), Paavam (Emotion), Vindam (Measurement), Naaga vindam (Snake measurement), Sindhai (Thought), Kathir (Ray), and more appear in Tamil literary texts. Understanding and clarifying these mathematical terms and concepts constitutes the essence of this study.