IN BRIEF Mathematics and religion: A fascinating link Do beliefs influence the perception of mathematics? The question of God’s existence through mathematics Applied mathematics to spirituality and religious practices Debates around ontological proofs by Gödel Impact of mathematics in religious cultures, especially in Islam Mathematical theorems and their influence on religious thought Mathematics: A universal … Read more
IN BRIEF Zeno’s Paradox: Achilles and the tortoise illustrate the infinite. Russell’s Paradox: Highlights logical contradictions. The Liar Paradox: A statement that contradicts itself. The Barber Paradox: A classic example of paradoxical logic. The Missing Dollar Riddle: Raises questions about addition. Ellsberg’s Paradox: Reveals irregularities in probability choices. Hilbert’s Hotel: Exposes the properties of the … Read more
IN SHORT Universal language linking various fields: physics, biology, computer science Allows precise communication without words Regarded as the most precise language to describe the Universe Ability to transcend cultural boundaries Use of symbols and formal structures Recognition by iconic figures such as Galileo Galilei Stable interpretation of concepts independently of words Mathematics are often … Read more
IN BRIEF Mathematics: a mix of science and art. Philosophy influences the perception of mathematics. Mathematics as thinking about structures according to Alain Badiou. Ambiguous relationships between mathematics and philosophy. Creativity and freedom in mathematical processes. Debate on the existence of an infinity in mathematics. Study of crucial theorems and their impact on the world. … Read more