The HISTORY of MATHEMATICS. Documentary

The documentary film "History of Mathematics" takes viewers on a fascinating journey through time to explore the evolution of mathematics in various civilizations. From ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia to Greece, China, India, and the Middle East, the film highlights the contributions of prominent mathematicians and their impact on the field.
The film delves into the use of decimal systems, the invention of the number zero and the concept of infinity, the creation of algebra, and the spread of Eastern knowledge to the West. With a combination of historical footage, expert interviews, and breathtaking visuals, this documentary brings to life the rich history of mathematics and its role in shaping the world we live in today..
1:20 - Mathematics in Egypt
19:30 - Mathematics in Mesopotamia
35:21 - Mathematics in Greece
54:21 - Mathematics in China
1:10:08 - Mathematics in India
1:35:36 - Mathematics in Europe
#mathematics #math #history #documentary

[@MatheMatiks]

IF YOU HAVE A BUG WHILE WATCHING THE VIDEO, LOOK FOR THE LINK: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hl7WhmyuoNKNa9E

[@anastacia9923]

Please do!!

[@theserpents9998]

Stop stealing other people's hard work.

[@clomok]

😅

[@rudolphbrewster6189]

​@@anastacia9923 é

[@morvieous]

The audio had ups n downs

[@edwardmorris3453]

Hey guys, if you're wondering, I checked and the Tchaikovsky music isn't another tab running. It's really part of this video.

[@dandremills2735]

Love how in Interested and curious the kids are in the background of some scenes

[@minnowartscrafts]

love the content. y'all could stand to hire someone with a bit more experience to do the sound mixing. Just a bit clunky for modern speaker systems. I think it would greatly help your audience retention

[@mandiemoore3272]

I need to see the exact experience this person needs to maybe get an even better job I'll agree it Lisa lot to be desired but lets boost dude up. Sorry I'm on this whole "only make positive comments" thing lately so.....

[@jasondashney]

Most things are consumed on laptops or phones now. The acceptable levels of quality for almost everything have actually dropped in the last dozen years. Many major news publications got rid of all their photographers and now just use smartphone Photos and video taken by the reporters. That's just the way things have gone.

[@jasondashney]

This is a BBC documentary and they blurred the logo out. It's stolen content. I'm sure they butchered the sound all the same because I don't remember watching these before and being irritated by the sound. I watched these on Netflix a couple years ago.

[@skivvy3565]

This is a stolen BBC documentary. THE ANNOYING MUSIC IS TO AVOID AUTOMATIC COPYRIGHT FLAGGING so don’t keep telling them to change it lol

[@blairhakamies4132]

Fabulous. Thank you for sharing it. 🌹

[@williamaleman5460]

This is one of the most interesting documentaries.

[@iamfrickincool]

Thank you for keeping knowledge alive!

[@RobertBMenke]

I want to find a way to buy this series so that I have it forever. Probably my favorite documentary of all time.

[@paulbarham1038]

Just listened to a few minutes to get a taste of this documentary. Some things i have to take in small amounts and repeat n order toprocess all the information...and enjoy it. So, keeping this documentary in mind...and quite interested in listening to it entirely

[@auapplemac1976]

While I’ve wanted to understand the concept of math, it has always eluded me. I was excited to find this, but my brain still won’t accept it. OTOH, I sincerely appreciate the availability of this production.

[@MatheMatiks]

Thank you for your comment, and it's great to hear that you appreciate the content despite facing challenges in understanding math. It's important to remember that learning is a process, and some concepts might take more time and effort to grasp, especially if they're outside of our areas of expertise or interest. If you're still eager to learn more about math, consider exploring resources that cater to different learning styles, such as beginner-friendly videos, articles, or books. Breaking down complex topics into smaller, more manageable pieces can also help make the learning process more accessible. Remember, your curiosity and willingness to learn are what truly matter. Keep exploring, and don't be discouraged if some concepts take longer to understand. Your perseverance and open-mindedness are commendable!

[@Sax913]

What part don’t you understand? Sometimes people have hard time seeing hardware makes software

[@jaxcrax9644]

@@Sax913 You expect him to waste his time writing out what he didn’t understand? That would take him half the day.

[@auapplemac1976]

fractions, no problem. Plane geometry, did OK. Problems started with negative numbers. Everything went downhill from there!@@MatheMatiks

[@den264]

Disney made an animated movie on how mathematics affects our lives etc. I watched it fifty years ago, and found it to be the one film which opened my eyes to the possibilities of applying maths to our lives. It was extremely informative, instructive and entertaining all in one.

[@NarinderSinghMaths]

Nice presentation. Very informative documentary on history of Mathematics.

[@MatheMatiks]

Thank you for the kind words! We're glad you enjoyed the presentation and found it informative. Mathematics has played a crucial role in shaping our world and it's great to see that its history continues to captivate and educate people. Thanks again for taking the time to leave a review!

[@shinwuka9178]

thanks it to BBC...

[@theserpents9998]

They merely reposted a documentary. Copied and pasted. Nothing more.

[@rufarotsodzai859]

Very interesting documentary.

[@TropicOfCancer1998]

I think the Indus valley civilization had mathematics, because their city planning and system of weighs and measurements require some mathematics.

[@chutenderchodi7369]

All ancient civilizations had knowledge of mathematics.

[@ratnamsai3796]

Even in India .. the Hindu Vedas had fire altars built of particular angles and length using trignometery thousands of years before the Greeks.

[@4rtform]

He didn’t want to travel to India 😂

[@johnwilliams221]

Dont know about indus valley as such but India made zero bro. Among others.

[@HhshhsHh-dw3qq]

​@johnwilliams221 the number system hindu - Arabic

[@yosefsol8262]

I wanted to review History of Mathematics and I was tired of watching drills and reading concise reviewers. So I decided to find a documentary instead to learn the history of mathematics in a different way and this video did not disappoint me. I learned History of Mathematics in an entertaining manner

[@MatheMatiks]

It's great to hear that you were able to find a documentary that provided an engaging and entertaining way to learn about the history of mathematics. Documentaries can be a fantastic way to dive into a subject and learn about it in a way that is both educational and enjoyable. The history of mathematics is a fascinating subject that has played a crucial role in shaping the world we live in today. From ancient civilizations to modern times, mathematics has been used to solve problems, make predictions, and unlock the mysteries of the universe. By watching a documentary on the history of mathematics, you likely gained insights into the evolution of mathematical concepts, the lives of famous mathematicians, and the cultural and societal contexts in which mathematical developments occurred. Documentaries can also be an excellent way to supplement traditional learning materials, such as drills and concise reviews, by providing a different perspective and adding context and depth to the subject matter. Overall, using a documentary to learn about the history of mathematics was a great idea and likely provided you with a valuable and enjoyable learning experience.

[@minirock000]

This entertaining video helped you learn, you claim. Ready for your test?

[@goodtime5435]

This documentary film on the history of mathematics is a truly remarkable piece of work. The journey through time to explore the evolution of mathematics across civilizations is both captivating and educational. The attention to detail in highlighting the contributions of prominent mathematicians and the impact they had on the field is outstanding. The combination of historical footage, expert interviews, and stunning visuals truly bring the rich history of mathematics to life. An absolute must-watch for anyone interested in the subject or just looking for an engaging and informative viewing experience.

[@MatheMatiks]

Thanks for the feedback! Yes, the movie is good!)

[@Stupidityindex]

Check out the history of history. In the XII century significant events take place, as described in the Gospels: the coming of Jesus Christ, his life and crucifixion, although the existing text of the Gospels was edited and most likely dates to the XIV-XV cc. In the mid XII century, in the year 1152, Jesus Christ is born. In secular Byzantine history he is known as Emperor Andronicus and St. Andrew the Apostle the First-Called in Russian history he was portrayed as the Great Prince Andrey Bogolyubsky. To be more specific, Andrey Bogolyubsky is a chronicler counterpart of Andronicus-Christ during his stay in Vladimir-Suzdal Rus’ of the XII century, where he spent most of his life. In fact, the Star of Bethlehem blazed in the middle of the XII century. This gives us an absolute astronomical dating of Christ’s Life. [ЦРС], ch.1. ‘Star of Bethlehem’ - is an explosion of a supernova, which at present is incorrectly dated to the middle of the XI century. The present-day Crab Nebula in the Taurus Constellation is the remnant of this explosion. Enigmatic timber scarcity in Late Antiquity and Early Middle Ages as first recognized by dender-pioneer Ernest Hollstein (1918-1988) "No sites exist anywhere with uninterrupted timber specimen from about 1000 CE backwards to Imperial Antiquity(1st-3rd c.). which is why the dendro-chronologies for Ancient Rome and, thereby the entire first millennium are in disarray. Since the very existence of the chronology periods without wood samples was never doubted by the researchers, nobody started to question our textbook chronology. Instead, out of stratigraphic context, scholars searched for wood samples in wells or moors to fill the irritating gaps. In addition, identical reign sequences were used twice in a row to gamer more years. Therefor, "all dendrochronological datings done on West Roman time wood is wrong by some unknown number of years"(") kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWmaZ5-Gj5KIkLc&ab_channel=PlanetAmnesia

[@jbanders2358]

Yes, the BBC made another amazing documentary. They put in a lot of research, time, and resources into making incredible documentaries.

[@1900shawn]

But why the music? I couldn’t watch. It was too distracting

[@FineFlourishes]

@@1900shawn They most likely did it to attempt to hide their stolen content from automated digital fingerprinting Intellectual Property protection systems.

[@muhammadsulaiman1361]

'Mathematics is the mother of all Education'! By Nura KC Nigeria 🇳🇬

[@EannaButler]

Marcus de Sautoy, before he got inculcated by the unfortunate occasional naffness of documentaries from the Beeb... Outstanding documentary. Marcus is absolutely brilliant here... tying up so many loose ends of my previous, old / antiquated, knowledge of the subject... Many thanks for uploading! Subbed...

[@shirokun4742]

Another important early treatise that publicized decimal numbers was the Iranian mathematician and astronomer Kushyar ibn Labban's leading arithmetic book Kitab fi usul hisab al-hind (principals of Hindu reckoning).

[@skivvy3565]

For those who liked this, the *Secret History of Machines by Tim Hunkin* And *Connections* are two great series about the history of society, technology sciences, spirituality, and etc

[@JH-ji6cj]

*The Secret _LIFE_ Of Machines But thank you for the recommendation

[@user-hm2gb6pm6b]

ji6 ji6 ji6

[@shirokun4742]

A number of rock cut caves at Tunhwang, Long-men, colossal images of Buddha, fresco paintings on the walls of caves illustrate this art. It was inspired by images taken from India and Indian artistes who visited China. We know of atleast three Indian painters who worked during this period. Their names are Sakyabuddha, Buddhakirti and Kumarabodhi.

[@granand]

Leave it they have mid eastern religion and they cannot think beyond Egypt or China

[@stonewallis4373]

If this doc didn’t start in Egypt I would’ve stopped watching immediately.😂 Good Documentary 👍

[@philopolymath]

Napoleon was quite correct when pointing out "History is a set of lies agreed upon" You preserve this tradition well.

[@mandiemoore3272]

The problem (in recent history) is so many people think that getting all their information and facts from the Internet is a smart way to do it because they've been taught that the computer has the answer to everything. The benefit of going and finding multiple books written by different authors with different perspectives and people with a historical knowledge of something is completely lost when to say society and if we don't find it again we're in for a rude awakening

[@jasondashney]

That's an interesting perspective. I've always thought of the Internet as the greatest source of multiple views on the same topic. A library might have one or two books on a particular niche subject but youtube alone will probably have dozens of perspectives. I know library or bookstore can come within a country mile of offering the diverse perspectives of the Internet@@mandiemoore3272

[@JohnLincolnUSA]

I saw this on BBC about 14 years ago and I am still mesmerized by and very appreciative of this documentary. I am impressed that this eminent professor had the humility to acknowledge the significant mathematical contributions and discoveries of the eastern civilizations! Many westerners are ignorant of these facts and many wouldn’t even believe these facts even if they are made aware!

[@Lemma01]

I wondered who was the humble eminent professor- then Marcus appeared. Almost wet myself laughing! But yes, different cultures achieved mathematical understanding at different times. You'd need to be a bit dim not to start with that as a premise. I'll leave you to enjoy it.

[@tonyisnotdead]

no person on earth is gonna deny that different places contributed to discoveries in math

[@jacquelinealthoff5842]

Watched a very interesting documentary in the origin of the place holder "0". I'm not even good at math. Very basic discount and cooking applications but it's still very interesting and I love history so documentaries make it all so interesting

[@MatheMatiks]

That's wonderful to hear! Documentaries can make complex topics like the origin of the place holder "0" accessible and engaging, even for those who may not consider themselves strong in math. It's great that you found it interesting and enjoyed the historical aspect as well.

[@GANGADHARI-cu8zt]

Loved it ❤❤❤

[@dougr.2398]

Thank you for posting the transcript…. It makes following the problems discussed, from aliquot fractions onward so much easier to write down and compute for oneself

[@MatheMatiks]

You're welcome! I'm glad the transcript helped facilitate your understanding and computations.

[@dougr.2398]

@@MatheMatiks I still have the Chinese Remainder problem to compute and its generalization in chapter one of Lang’s Undergraduate Algebra. I was briefly at Yale while Lang was there, but never met him or heard him lecture

[@planethunter1568]

The background music is so annoying.

[@MatheMatiks]

I'm sorry to hear that the background music was distracting for you while watching the documentary. While music can enhance the overall viewing experience, it is essential to ensure that it is well-balanced and doesn't detract from the main content. It's good to know your feedback, and hopefully, the filmmakers will take it into consideration for future productions. Nonetheless, I hope you were still able to enjoy and learn from the documentary despite the distracting music.

[@Ubique2927]

No it isn't.

[@IdeologieUK]

Effing so 😢

[@1959Berre]

Swan lake by Tchaikovsky is totally misplaced as background music.

[@78thandSynth]

It’s rough.

[@tatzkiemotoyheonixvlogers762]

Thank you for sharing and give a good idea about the history of mathematics.God bless you sir Thank you so much

[@MatheMatiks]

You're welcome! I'm glad I could provide you with some information about the history of mathematics. Thank you for your kind words, and may you be blessed as well.

[@mehmedkhan.6198]

And who so ever masters the art of mathematics shall forever be emersed in the fascinating world of numbers and intellect.

[@mandiemoore3272]

Beautiful quote/statement. Yours???

[@mehmedkhan.6198]

@@mandiemoore3272 yeah it's mine you can't see that any where else.

[@minirock000]

Here a little help for your all important quote. Whomsoever practices the science of mathematics shall improve their society with logic and reason. Just call it an uneducated observation. You don't have the evidence to make that claim hence the reason you might not be able to find it anywhere else. Doubtful an educated person in the history of maths would do. edit: just as I thought www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7390332/

[@shashankjaiswal2266]

It's amazing how Madhav of Sangamgrama came very closed to inventing calculus centuries before Europe. I wonder if Turks and Mongols haven't invaded and decimated eastern civilizations, age of enlightenment could have first occured in east before west.

[@Mekkaloon]

That makes 12000 years that the mediterranean world is leading the world. Stop asking questions that can't lead to truth outside yourself. Also since India is a colony of indo-european peoples coming from Europe, you are part of our common history, our enlightenment is also yours.

[@HhshhsHh-dw3qq]

​@@Mekkaloonwhat?

[@max2008abhi]

The zero is actually a mathematical notation of the concept of nothingness, the void from which the universe came forth by god's will. It's called shunyata in Sanskrit.

[@minnyh]

This is a math article not another excuse for ignorant fanatics like you to espouse your infantile religious dogma. Go somewhere else.

[@sereanaduwai8313]

Amazed that such a documentary misses out on the ancient Indian mathematicians. Those who brought zephyr or zero into mathematics and other amazing finds like the famous Fibonacci ratio that was copied from the ancient Hindus! Chinese monks went to Ancient India to study mathematics. Pythagoras travelled to ancient India to learn from the Hindus. It was the ancient Tamils who were masters of these subjects!

[@MatheMatiks]

1:12:51 from this point on, the history of mathematics in India is mentioned.

[@grazielladeligi1869]

Also the information that the Egyptians built the pyramids is not true.

[@farsa.658]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5LSlXZ9ec-ksNUsi=zR1IBjGipk_8HCL- Just a sample...of Dr C.K. Raju's lectures on 'mathematics', zero, Indian numerals (wrongly credited to the Arab copycats), the role of the church, non-existent 'Euclid', copycat Newton (calculus, which he didn't comprehend fully), navigation (comes from the Sanskrit word 'navic'), copycat Einstein... The West didn't steal just the wealth; they stole the knowledge systems...they are still doing it via patent mechanism If you are seriously interested...in the history of 'mathematics'...

[@lambda653]

It's really quite a shame the documentary never even went past high school math. There are many, many interesting stories about the formation of modern mathematics, but almost all of it takes place in Europe. For diversity reasons, they exclusively talk about ancient and mideaval mathematics, which is a shame because the most interesting mathematics in my opinion describe every waking detail of how the world around us operates. In contrast, the math before calculus could at best help you build your buildings straighter, but it mostly wasn't necessary.

[@DrPG199]

Agree.

[@realBubeleM]

Very shallow and myopic display of intelligence by the producers I must say. Too full of biased research and smirks right on the face repulsively

[@shirokun4742]

Another famous monk was I-tsing.He spent ten years in Nalanda and returned to China with 4,000 Sanskrit manuscripts containing more than 50,000 slokhas. He compiled a Sanskrit-Chinese dictionary.

[@johnwilliams221]

Alot came from India not credited. Including "Damascus steel" its from Tamil Nadu.

[@shephardfamily]

Prayed up and working on my Project Management Database System....I am also drinking Four Sigmatic "THINK" Ground Coffee with "LION'S MANE & CHAGA"... Mathematics lectures are the next step in energizing my mind to produce the needed results that I need to acquire the intellectual ability to solve analytical problems within my work.... Love this very much and thank you for sharing!!!!

[@gregbors8364]

We started with 1 and then proceeded to 2. Then we went to 4, and it took several more numbers before we finally realized our mistake and went back to 3.

[@MatheMatiks]

Your comment brings a humorous perspective to the development of numbers and mathematics! It's fascinating to consider how human understanding of numbers and their relationships has evolved over time. While the process might not have been as straightforward as your comment suggests, it does highlight the importance of learning from our mistakes and refining our knowledge. In reality, the history of mathematics is a rich tapestry of discoveries, theories, and breakthroughs from various cultures and civilizations. As we continue to uncover the intricacies of mathematics, we gain a deeper appreciation for the subject and its impact on our lives. Thanks for sharing this light-hearted take on the development of numbers!

[@pgzzz]

This is the BBC documentary “The story of maths” which was in 3 parts as far as I remember.

[@jbanders2358]

It’s crazy how this channel has removed the BBC logo, changed the name, and uploaded it as their own video. Obnoxious copyright violation…#bbc

[@cjay2]

@@jbanders2358 What's your evidence that THIS particular channel altered the video? I'll wait.

[@jbanders2358]

@@cjay2 do you think you can avoid copyright infringement by saying you only uploaded the infringed version? For your personal gain…This channel is passing the video off like it’s their video… zero credit given to the channel and all the people who worked hard for this quality content…

[@wahyuadi35]

Yeah.. I think I've already seen it, but seems that the BBC channel has been lost.

[@RaitaNag]

No it is not. Story of 1 did not have all these content. I have the DVD. This is actully more a true story but still does not cover the older maths such as Pingalas Surya siddhantha and several works of Bhaskaracharya and varahamihiras

[@shirokun4742]

The important king Sron-btsansgam-po, who ruled during the first half of the 7th century A.D., also ruled over Nepal and parts of Assam. A devout Buddhist, he introduced in Tibet the Sanskrit language and the system of writing from India. He sent Sambhota to India to acquire a thorough knowledge of Indian scripts, Sanskrit language and Buddhists scriptures. After returning from India they framed a system of Tibetan characters and composed a grammaticalwork.

[@halhal-my4pt]

I am Nepalese and can tell you king Sron-btsansgam-po didn't rule Nepal. He was married to the Nepalese princess-"Bhrikuti" and that's how relationship with Tibet has been special for us. Tibet used to be at point the biggest trading partner to Nepal. BTW We Nepalese despise Indians because of their lowly cheap behaviour and remarks them with a derogatory term-"Dhoti" which is equivalent to the "N" word. And its not because of their skin color, or their ascent but their BEHAVIOUR! They spread lies like Buddha was born in India and what not. Worst they are yet to return the lost lands of Nepal like Darjeeling, Sikkim, Shillong, Nainital, Nagaland and many more. We love Tibetans and Chinese folks though.

[@DNA-AI]

This is what I was looking for ❤❤❤

[@jimjake26]

It amazes me that mankind's curiosity or need to solve riddles has led us to explore and understand the cosmos. I wonder if future generations will have the same "needs" when everything is a click away.

[@manymoonsahead]

This helps me sleep, please make a live version

[@MatheMatiks]

I'm glad to hear that you find the documentary on the history of mathematics to be relaxing and helpful for sleeping. While a live version of the documentary may not be possible, you may want to consider looking for other documentaries or audiovisual materials on related topics, such as science or history, which could help you fall asleep more easily. Many people find that audiovisual materials with a slow pace and calming narration can be helpful for relaxation and sleep. Nonetheless, I hope you continue to enjoy the documentary and that it continues to be helpful for you in getting a good night's rest.

[@manymoonsahead]

@@MatheMatiks isn't a live version just several documentaries linked together?

[@innosanto]

A theory is that, or a hypothesis: If so many diverse cultures found mathematics, it is discovered and not invented.

[@sapnaa6576]

I agree with this. The debate - is math invention or discovery. I support discovery.

[@mehwishmans00r]

Is this video available in hindi or urdu language ?

[@ramasamykannan3800]

Really nice presentation abt Mathematics in across the cultures in the world

[@MatheMatiks]

Thank you for your kind words regarding the comprehensive presentation on the diverse cultural perspectives of mathematics around the world.

[@Double_A-Ron]

I see a little bit of James Burke from Connections in your presentation style. Keep up the great work.

[@MatheMatiks]

James Burke's Connections is certainly an influential and thought-provoking series, and I appreciate the comparison. It is always encouraging to hear that the work is resonating with viewers and inspiring further exploration of the topics presented. I will strive to continue delivering engaging and informative content in the future, and I hope that you will continue to enjoy and find value in the videos.

[@jbanders2358]

@@MatheMatiks will you continue to post other people’s documentaries, removing their logos from the videos, and not giving them any credit for all their hard work and great content?

[@skivvy3565]

This is a stolen BBC documentary. THE ANNOYING MUSIC IS TO AVOID AUTOMATIC COPYRIGHT FLAGGING so don’t keep telling them to change it lol

[@surpriseqwenta3473]

Perhaps we can infuse some of these methods to make teaching of mathematics meaningful to some learners

[@Victor-tl4dk]

What does he mean at 7:25??? KZbin says it's the most rewatched part so I know I'm not the only one. He didn't really explain it well...

[@Cleatus546]

Great video.

[@MatheMatiks]

Thanks!

[@Cleatus546]

@@MatheMatiks 🤜🤛👍💪

[@theserpents9998]

I was involved with the production of this doc. At least give credit for it. And please stop thanking commenters as if you had any hand in making this. You merely copied and pasted a documentary. It's not your work.

[@jbanders2358]

This channel has no shame.. They’ve removed the BBC logo, changed its title, and are acting like it’s their work.. beyond pathetic.. and a text book example of copyright infringement

[@donboscow9291]

Great video. But it failed to mention that Fibonacci Series was also invented by an Indian mathematician Pingala more than 1500 years before Fibonacci did it, and subsequent Indian mathematicians also discussed and wrote commentary on it that predate Fibonacci - like Hemachandra and Virahanka.

[@omkarshah4414]

And he had given credit to indians in his writings

[@martintekula]

except pingala used it in poetry and he didnt describe the sequence or applied it to an actual problem

[@donboscow9291]

@@martintekula There was no actual problem then, we are talking before Christ here, science and technology was in its infancy, there was no industrial revolution happening to apply it in actual problem. And pretty much every Indian mathematical achievement was in Sanskrit poem form, including discovery of infinite calculus 200 years before Newton Leibnitz. That does not makes them any less of an achievement.

[@martintekula]

@@donboscow9291 and thats the reason so many indians arent credited yes it makes them less because we didnt gain our knowldege and application from indian poems... calculus was used to some extent by greeks and indians but we teach it was designed by newton and leibniz because they fully described and applied it and thats the point. thats the achievement

[@donboscow9291]

@@martintekula No you are not getting it. Pingala predates Christ, there was no way to apply those theorems then. And yes, you did gain from us. Your civilization consisted primarily of cavemen using symbols as numbers, you learnt the number system from us. That alone is more than your entire civilizational achievement till date. Madhava described theorems fully with proof (Kerala school of mathematics). And according to many European professors, a large part of those knowledge went to Europe through Jesuit priests who travelled to and fro from India. When the British guy Wish rediscovered those manuscripts in the 19th century, Brits deliberately suppressed those things because they could not digest the idea that our knowledge predates theirs by centuries.

[@sezginalisoglu6565]

It was discovered in Gobeklitepe ruins that game Mancala/Mangala was first played in Sanliurfa, Anatolia (todays Turkey), much before Egypt, and that was recorded by UNESCO.

[@srinivasbt9548]

There has been the concept of Shunya, which is Zero, from very ancient times in India. So, it did not come by looking at the shape of the sand after removing the stone. 1:14:09. Surprising that even now some people don't understand how it has been a concept existing from much earlier & in a deeper sense in India.

[@sarasalm229]

Wow, this video really covers a comprehensive history of the mathematics in China! It's fascinating to see how it has developed over the past 4,000 years and how the Chinese have made significant contributions to the field. It's impressive to see how the Chinese mathematics was divided into five different phases and how each phase contributed to the overall development. I especially found the achievements of the third phase interesting with its advanced system of equations and solving the area of triangles. Thank you for sharing this informative video.

[@MatheMatiks]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@MatheMatiks]

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a detailed and thoughtful review! We're thrilled that you found the video so comprehensive and engaging. Your appreciation for the historical development and contributions of Chinese mathematics is greatly appreciated. It's wonderful to hear that you found the different phases of development and the achievements in the third phase particularly interesting. Thank you again for your kind words and for sharing your insights.

[@tokesalotta1521]

Probably just a bunch of propaganda pushed into societies by the CCP. Just like so much else claimed to have been invented or discovered in China is fabricated nonsense

[@MatheMatiks]

@@tokesalotta1521 While it's understandable to be skeptical of claims about historical inventions or discoveries, it's important to avoid making baseless accusations or assumptions about the motives behind the film or the people involved. Mathematics is a field that has been studied and advanced by people all over the world, and it is well-known that many important mathematical concepts were first developed in ancient China. To dismiss these achievements as "fabricated nonsense" without any evidence or research undermines the contributions and efforts of countless mathematicians and scholars throughout history. Additionally, it's important to recognize that films about historical topics often aim to educate and inform viewers, rather than promote a specific political agenda. While it's true that some governments may use propaganda to promote certain ideas or beliefs, it's important to approach any claims or information with a critical eye and seek out multiple sources of information to verify their accuracy. Ultimately, the study of mathematics has contributed immensely to our understanding of the world, and films that explore the history of mathematics can provide valuable insights into the creativity and ingenuity of the people who have advanced this field. Rather than dismissing such films out of hand, we should strive to approach them with an open mind and a willingness to learn.

[@xLILxWANGx]

China sucks Western Civ NUMBA 1

[@innosanto]

It is not only Pythagoras , Thales stated and proved mathematic theorem around same time or some time before Pythagoras.

[@My_Blindness]

I am not Match Student but I am very very very interested Math ❤❤

[@dicksonmugo1046]

Beautiful documentary

[@MatheMatiks]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@hnsallam1]

Excellent video. Two corrections: 1. The Library of Alexandria was not burnt by the Arabs. It was burned when the fanatic Christian monks led by Cyril during the great fire of Alexandria in 391 AD (see British Encyclopedia). Cyril was the nephew of Pope Theophilus of Alexandria who extracted an edict from Emperor Theodosius (called the Great) in 389 AD to burn everything pagans including the Serapeum, the temple for the god Serapis and where all the books from the Library were transferred after the fire in the port of Alexandria in 48 BC resulting from Julius Ceasar battle with Ptolemeus IX brother of Cleopatra. The same monks attacked the great lady philosopher and mathematician Hypatia in 415 AD marking the total ending of the Library 2. The first person to calculate the earth circumference was the Greek Alexandrian mathematician/astronomer Erastotheses (276-195 BC) who used basic trigonometry by calculating the shadow of a stick at noon both in Alexandria and Syene (Aswan). His calculation is 90 Km different from current estimates This was long before the Indian mathematicians of Kerala (India) made their calculations in the 15 the century Otherwise the video is excellent !!

[@minnyh]

oh yes another reply that really just seek to proselytize - so obvious and so dull. Why d you seek to drag up every iniquity ever committed. You are clearly very learned but unfortunately just as stupid as those monks - you would no doubt do the same to them if you could. Shame all you religious types just can't finish each other off. This a math article not a religious one mate!

[@mandiemoore3272]

You are my favorite brain of the day

[@1992rmaw]

Between 270 and 275 AD, the city of Alexandria saw a Palmyrene invasion and an imperial counterattack that probably destroyed whatever remained of the Library, if it still existed at that time. The daughter library in the Serapeum may have survived after the main Library's destruction. The Serapeum was vandalized and demolished in 391 AD under a decree issued by bishop Theophilus of Alexandria, but it does not seem to have housed books at the time, and was mainly used as a gathering place for Neoplatonist philosophers following the teachings of Iamblichus.

[@jasondashney]

Serious question: if you would have been taught, what is in this video before being taught what you have written, would you believe the opposite? It's amazing how often we believe the first thing we learn about a subject, and we will defend it to the death, even though the likelihood of its validity is a coin flip first is the next thing we learn.

[@masada2828]

There was no Pope until 606 AD, the Bishop of Alexandria was a Patriarch. It was common to blame the Christians for disaster, a compliant scapegoat.

[@jbanders2358]

Blurring out the BBC logo is one way to avoid copyright infringement…

[@iamfrickincool]

I watch these awesome free documentaries and people always complain about the background music 🙄

[@jpjfarm484]

The Maya also made great use of mathematics, to include the concept of zero, from a millennia earlier.

[@xiaodanli1910]

This documentary film is fantastic not only in explaining the history of mathematic, but also making a remarkable connections with the social and cultural connections at the given time. I have learned a great female mathematician Hypatia whom I have never heard of. I liked a lot of the humor and the back-ground sight-seeing images presented in the film. It used the mathematic topic connecting the richness of the real contemporary life.

[@morvieous]

I love this and want to see more looks through history by other discovering industries like medicine or germs or anything else 😊

[@mitchellty]

There’s a lot of good stuff on KZbin

[@MrDennise2]

Bldm

[@morvieous]

@@MrDennise2 what

[@bigbangtheory1185]

I actually enjoyed the video. Awesome stuff..

[@dimikireeff]

why are there two soundtracks superimposed? is it an accident? or something to avoid some kind of demonetization?

[@TheRotnflesh]

Good content but it needs to be revised: Sumerian tablet translations have been an ongoing process for many years and we are finding their mathematics was INCREDIBLY advanced: roots, square roots, quadratic equations, Pi equations.. The Egyptians also had this knowledge, both of Euclidean Geometry and the various uses of Pi and the Golden Ratio.

[@Stopimmigration]

Amazing walk through time. Very interesting content, the background music was almost unbearable 😬

[@skivvy3565]

This is a stolen BBC documentary. THE ANNOYING MUSIC IS TO AVOID AUTOMATIC COPYRIGHT FLAGGING so don’t keep telling them to change it lol

[@JeremyV-eh7qx]

All is relative, save one thing: mathematics, an absolute truth - everywhere, unchanging for all time, in this world and the next, for even god can not deny that two and two are four. It is the very definition of perfection.

[@joem7889]

Why is there a blurred-out smudge in the top left of this entire video?

[@devamjani8041]

It would have been a lot better if you had added the contributions of Indian mathematicians from ancient and far ancient times as well. They are just as astonishing as the contributions of Indian mathematicians mentioned in this video.

[@danraymand9009]

This is not a COMPETITION! We are talking the very invention of Mathematics. Not derivatives. Nothing came before the Egyptians. If they mentioned the Sumerians, Indians, Chinese, Iranians, Arabs, that would only conflate the main point of originality.

[@davidellis5240]

It will always be possible to punch holes in something like this because it can never contain everything it possibly could. Lincoln: can’t please all the people all the time.

[@SiddiqueSukdiki]

who are they?

[@Juan_Barragan]

The loaf story, lol it took me a few minutes to figure out that indeed, 9/10 = 5/10 + 4/10 = 1/2 + (6+6)/30 = 1/2 + 10/30 + 2/30 = 1/2 + 1/3 + 1/15. That's great!

[@ArulPalanisamy]

Even before Egyptians We found all the rules of mathematics..... - A proud tamilan

[@lisarochwarg4707]

I tried figuring out that first problem. I get that you doubled the numbers in both columns, but what is the relationship between column 1 and column 2? I don't get it.

[@MatheMatiks]

can you tell me the time of the video?

[@lisarochwarg4707]

@@MatheMatiks It starts around 06:46. Plus, he talks about Egyptians using the binary system when referring to the right hand column. But when you double the numbers in that column, you come up with 2 and 4, which doesn't exist in the modern binary system. Our binary system uses only 0 and 1. Maybe he meant the base 2 system, which could have a 1 in it, but not a zero. Well, whatever. I'm sure the ancient Egyptians were a hell of a lot smarter than I am.

[@JeremyV-eh7qx]

it's a straight forward positional relationship. like a primitive abacus. he didn't explain it at all well.

[@joaquinvina]

In my opinion Euclides has been the best mathematician in history because he created the idea of formal systems. Postulates, theorems, proofs

[@samuelmbugua8414]

It is good you have said pie was discovered by Indian not Germany.

[@Kush-Kemet]

Imhotep is the father of Mathematics, and his was an African...

[@kricketflyd111]

I thought Thoth was the geometer, also I believe that Euclid had sight of the unseen and could see the Flower and Seed of life giving him the passion for documenting the elements and being able to see the definitions. 🕸️🌼🔥👀

[@lolaanderson6374]

The only problem is that he never existed.

[@shirokun4742]

The etymology of the word "sine" comes from the Latin mistranslation of the word jiba, which is an Arabic transliteration of the Sanskrit word for half the chord, jya-ardha.

[@1992rmaw]

it comes from latin sinus- fold, gulf

[@HhshhsHh-dw3qq]

​​@@1992rmawboth aare same 😅 technically!

[@timmothycopeland4866]

If, in the unlikely event, I find it difficult to fall asleep, this is the perfect video to cure that. Interesting information, but gawd it's slow.

[@eduardocarrillojimenez7636]

Excelente dicumental. Lo queremos en español latino. Gracias.

[@shirokun4742]

As Sindh was under the actual rule of the Khalif Mansur (AD 753-774), there came embassies from that part of India to Bagdad and among them scholars, who brought with them two books. With the help of these Pandits Alfazari, perhaps also Yaqūb ibn Tāriq, translated them. Both works have been largely used, and have exercised a great influence. It was on this occasion that the Arabs first became acquainted with a scientific system of astronomy. They learned from Brahmagupta earlier than Ptolemy.

[@InfiniteQuantum6109]

Math is just man's way of making sense of life. It is not exact, it is not absolute, it is just an approximation of what it can perceive.

[@minnyh]

What a load of crap

[@juancarlossaavedra6757]

The concept of Pi, is an endless topic @12:24@35.

[@glaxko2]

I find it very interesting that we went from a few cavemen thinking about how we outnumber a rival tribe, to leaders of a village trying to understand how much grain they need to last the winter, so some people in antiquity realize that the numbers, they mean something.

[@adrianamil3]

Very interesting and valuable documentary, thsnk you for the hard work. Just a little observation: music is too loud and some intervals where more two voices fight for talikng at the same time…. Could you correct it, please?

[@MatheMatiks]

Sorry for the technical error. Alternatively, you can use subtitles to understand information.

[@shinwuka9178]

dude this is BBC production, this ch just reposted it

[@jbanders2358]

This isn’t their video. They have blurred out the BBC logo and changed the tittle. Flagrant copyright violation..

[@skivvy3565]

This is a stolen BBC documentary. THE ANNOYING MUSIC IS TO AVOID AUTOMATIC COPYRIGHT FLAGGING so don’t keep telling them to change it lol

[@kesaclingman5899]

This was extremely interesting - what I could hear of it. While I love Tchaikovsky, it was not the audio I would have selected to drown out the lecture.

[@mandiemoore3272]

🤣🤘🤣🤘🤣

[@taylorpack1120]

Agreed. Whole I appreciate the documentary itself, it appears to me that this was posted by an outside channel using additional music over the top (public domain) to avoid getting copyright claimed by the people that actually made it (or at least I would guess as much). The most annoying part is when you hear music in the background of the documentary (Indian music, for example) behind the narrator talking, and then Tchaikovsky plays over the top of that, creating three layers of sound that conflict with each other. I do appreciate the documentary itself, but the background music is either a creative choice I don’t quite understand, or it’s a way to repost from another channel (in which case, I want to find that channel instead).

[@Dawn_Aramoana63]

How interesting, this documentary is more indepth than the one I have. But that's an interesting doc on math history too. 👍

[@dougr.2398]

@ 1:30 & just prior, ( a^2 -1 ) = ( a + 1 ) ( a - 1) is illuminated without the equation itself being presented

[@startingtoday4663]

excellent music and if you listen closely you can hear someone talking about mathematics.

[@MatheMatiks]

Sorry for the technical error. Alternatively, you can use subtitles to understand information.

[@richardsummers2161]

​@MIK a very snarky remark. Some people, like myself, choose to listen while they work and cannot be bothered to read while doing so. Advisement: Perhaps spend a little more time in post to iron out the wrinkles before posting such intriguing content.

[@jbanders2358]

@@richardsummers2161 it isn’t their video. This is by the BBC. They blurred out the BBC logo in the video and changed it’s original title..

[@jamesgray5067]

I rewound to check you out. Your'e correct, there is someone talking about mathematics.

[@marceloneves2296]

I really liked the content presented and the way it was done. Thanks 👍 I was reading the comments, and I confess that I cannot understand people who get lost in the face of the whole that can be acquired just because of unimportant compositional details, such as the background sound or the colour palette used, for example… There will always be someone to complain about something…

[@MrKen-wy5dk]

Maybe not everyone is as smart as you. Consider the whole.

[@skivvy3565]

This is a stolen BBC documentary. THE ANNOYING MUSIC IS TO AVOID AUTOMATIC COPYRIGHT FLAGGING so don’t judge things you don’t need fully understand

[@gwen5316]

Good job!!!!

[@nasirnemat7845]

Mathematics is still a lot to explore.

[@kristenedwards5996]

Does anyone else notice that there’s two voiceovers at the same time starting at like 41 min or am I crazy?

[@MatheMatiks]

there is, sorry for the overlay

[@_TheBeatVault]

lots of insight in to the history of mathematics however the video editing on this is absolutely dreadful, sharp chops between clips, the main vocal volume keeps fluctuating, the background music is inconsistent in volume also, and at a few points there are two main vocals overlaid with each other.

[@MatheMatiks]

The documentary "History of Mathematics" provides a comprehensive overview of the development of mathematics from ancient times to the present day. It covers various mathematical concepts and discoveries, including geometry, algebra, calculus, and number theory. The film also features interviews with mathematicians and historians who discuss the significance of these mathematical breakthroughs and their impact on society. However, while the content of the documentary is informative and engaging, the video editing leaves much to be desired. The frequent sharp cuts between clips can be jarring and disrupt the flow of the narrative, making it difficult to follow the chronological sequence of events. Additionally, the fluctuating volume of the main vocal and inconsistent background music levels can be distracting and detract from the overall viewing experience. Furthermore, the overlay of two main vocals at certain points is a major flaw that could make it difficult for viewers to comprehend the information being presented. The audio production is an essential aspect of a documentary, and it is important to ensure that it is of high quality to ensure that the audience can fully engage with the content. In conclusion, the "History of Mathematics" documentary provides valuable insights into the evolution of mathematics, but the poor video editing detracts from its overall quality. A more polished audio-visual production would enhance the viewing experience and make it easier for viewers to engage with the material.

[@IdeologieUK]

Search BBC the story of maths. It’s the original, non-bastardised version. Highly watchable, and without the carnivale music 😂

[@shirokun4742]

Abu'l-Hasan al-Uqlidisi a scholar in the Abbasid caliphate wrote al-Fusul fi al-Hisab al-Hindi ("chapters in Indian calculation") to address the difficulty in procedures for calculation from the Euclid's Elements and endorsed the use of Indian calculation.

[@mirceastoica1565]

What’s the song at 19:30? 😊

[@imrank340]

Before Fibonacci numbers almost 200 year ago numbering system discovered by Hemchandra sequence an Indian mathmetacian who already discovered and verified using flower petals.

[@MatheMatiks]

Thank you for bringing up the work of Hemchandra and his discoveries regarding number sequences in the natural world. It is true that Hemchandra was an accomplished Indian mathematician who made important contributions to the study of numbers and sequences. Hemchandra's work on number sequences, specifically his discovery of the Hemachandra numbers (which are related to the Fibonacci sequence), is a significant achievement in the field of mathematics. His observations of patterns in the arrangement of flower petals and the development of mathematical models to explain these patterns was an innovative approach to the study of mathematics and the natural world. It is important to recognize that the development of mathematical knowledge and techniques is a collaborative effort, with contributions from mathematicians and scholars from a variety of cultures and regions. While the Fibonacci sequence is often associated with Western mathematics, it is important to acknowledge the important contributions of mathematicians like Hemchandra from other regions of the world, whose discoveries and insights have helped to shape the field of mathematics as we know it today.

[@RaitaNag]

Pingala did that in 349

[@jonathondelemos4609]

That two square area formula is insane!

[@jonathondelemos4609]

Clarification: Obviously Pythagoras theorem was self explanatory, but I had never seen an explanation using geometry versus algebra. Seeing the area of the hypotenuse square was equal to the side areas combined was really weird. Not sure if this is how this formula was derived but it’s an interesting way of looking at the problem.

[@JamieJobb]

This would make a lot more sense if it were in Mathematical Order.

[@bharatpathik9036]

Aztec civilization also have pyramid like structures. So the mathematical considerations used in Egypt to build pyramids, every probability also known to the Aztec or Mayan civilizations.

[@conanbusan480]

The documentary "History of Mathematics" is a comprehensive exploration of the development of mathematical concepts and their significance in shaping the course of human history. The film effectively showcases the advancements made in mathematical understanding by various civilizations, including the invention of decimal systems and the number zero, the concept of infinity, the development of algebra, and the exchange of mathematical knowledge between the East and West. The blend of historical footage, insightful expert interviews, and visually appealing representations of mathematical concepts make this film a valuable educational resource for anyone interested in the history and evolution of mathematics.

[@MatheMatiks]

Great observation! It's fascinating to see how mathematical advancements have had such a profound impact on our society and have continued to shape the world we live in. It's also interesting to note that many of the concepts and theories that were developed centuries ago are still relevant and widely used today. It just goes to show how timeless and fundamental mathematics truly is.

[@alanj5379]

Stop using chat gpt

[@koreyp2845]

The Papyrus documents out of ancient Kemet is one of the oldest piece of evidence for mathematics. Also, the see documents written on proto Saharan Sanscript that pre date that as well with mathematics

[@Chad-bx5ukTherearenocountries]

This is actually covering science and other subjects.

[@NM-zb6pd]

So many Indian Mathematical discoveries are not credited..has to be BBC

[@DawsonSWilliams]

The Brits are biased, to an embarrassing degree. The Americans too, are illiterate in the field of philosophy. Indian philosophy and mathematics needs a full account, in and of itself. Thus, I had to study the Indian tradition alone.

[@arunjetli7909]

The west les through omission and commission. The Greek Mathematicians. We’re really we’re Egyptians.these liars don’t realize that all modern mathematics of numbers from zero to the number system, to infinite series were invented in. India but the white man has to love on lies