History of Hindu Mathematics: A Source Book v2.c17.s1.5
History of Hindu Mathematics: A Source Book v2.c17.s1.5
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v2.c17.s1.5
instruction of duller intellects, has been expounded by the ancient sages who enlighten mathematicians as the sun irradiates the lotus; that has now taken the name algebra (*bîjagaṇita*).”¹