History of Hindu Mathematics: A Source Book v1.c7.s13.4

v1.c7.s13.4

**Puranas.** The Purâṇas which are semi-religious and semi-historical works, also contain references to the notational places. These works were written for the purpose of spreading education on religious and historical matters amongst the common people. Reference to the place-value notation in these works shows the desire of their authors to give prominence to the system. The *Agni-Purâṇa*² says: