Articles on Jain Mathematical Contributions
Zero In Place Value System of Jain Mathematics
By Laxmi Chandra Jain, Padmavathamma · Jinamanjari, 1999
This paper, authored by Dr. L.C. Jain and Dr. Padmavathamma, explores the historical and philosophical development of the concept of zero in Jain mathematics, specifically within the Digambara and Śvetāmbara traditions. It argues that the Digambara Jaina…
A glimpse of Geometry of Certain Figures
By Vinod Mishra, S. L. Singh · Jinamanjari, 1999
This scholarly article surveys the significant developments in Indian geometry from the 9th to 15th century CE, focusing on how ancient Indian mathematicians—particularly Jain scholars—formulated rules to calculate dimensions and areas of various geometric…
The Ganitasara Of Thakkara Phera
By Sreeramula Rajeswara Sarma · Jinamanjari, 1999
This article introduces the mathematical work Gaṇitasāra authored by Thakkura Pheru, a Jain polymath and treasury official in the court of Delhi Sultans during the early 14th century. Belonging to the Śrīmālī Jain caste, Pheru wrote six scientific treatises:…
Mathematical Contents Of Jaina Texts
By Laxmi Chandra Jain, Padmavathamma · Jinamanjari, 1999
This article examines the rich mathematical tradition found within Jain canonical and philosophical texts, especially focusing on the symbolic and structured approach of Digambara Jain scholars. Jain works like the Gommatasāra, Labdhisāra, and Tiloyapaṇṇatti…
Asti And Syad In Jaina Thought
By Mahendra Kumar Jain · Jinamanjari, 1999
This article explores the Jaina philosophical concepts of asti (what is) and syād (conditioned or tentative assertion), particularly in relation to logic, inference, and knowledge. Jainism emphasizes that only verifiable knowledge (gyān) can lead to…
Mathematical Philosophy in Jaina Thought
By Laxmi Chandra Jain, Padmavathamma · Jinamanjari, 1999
This article explores the deep integration of mathematical thinking within Jain philosophy, particularly through the framework of Karma theory and the Jaina set theory (rāśi siddhānta). It draws a parallel between Western mathematical philosophy—developed by…
Introduction to Jaina Mathematics
By Radha Charan Gupta · Jinamanjari, 1999
This article explores the distinctive features, contributions, and historical development of Jain mathematics. Dr. R.C. Gupta highlights the uniqueness of Jain philosophy, particularly the principle of anekāntavāda (non-absolutism), and its influence on the…
Laxmi Chand Jain – A Modern Jaina Mathematician
By Padmavathamma · Jinamanjari, 1996
This biographical essay pays tribute to Professor L.C. Jain, a modern polymath who exemplifies the continuity of the Jaina mathematical tradition into the 20th century. His contributions span from pure mathematics to cosmology and history of science, and his…
Geometric Formulas in the Dhavala of Virasena (780 C.E.)
By Takao Hayashi · Jinamanjari, 1996
This article highlights the mathematical sophistication of Virasena, a 9th-century Jain scholar, in his commentary Dhavala on the Chakkhandagama (CK). Virasena introduced and applied numerous geometrical and mathematical formulas for cosmological…