Mathematical Elements and Concepts in the Quran

Hamidah Binti Maidinsah, Noor Ezzah binti Ishak, Nur Laila binti Mohamad Noorisham

Abstract


Ethnomathematics encompasses mathematical practices within cultural groups, reflecting shared experiences, customs, and interests. This study focuses on the Muslim cultural group, characterized by adherence to the Quran as a guiding text, shaping their lifestyle and regulations. The research aims to elucidate mathematical elements and concepts present in the Quran, employing an exploratory methodology. Through the identification and evaluation of Quranic verses, the study reveals numerous mathematical concepts, including arithmetic operations, ratios, temporal measurements, spatial dimensions, and directional bearings. These mathematical elements manifest in diverse contexts within the Quran, such as the computation of rewards, distribution of inheritance, determination of the qibla direction, calendrical calculations based on solar and lunar cycles, and the temporal perspective concerning worldly life versus the hereafter. The findings offer valuable insights for educational purposes, suggesting the Quran as a rich resource for enhancing students' mathematical understanding. Integrating Islamic teachings and values into education can be effectively achieved through contextual and discovery-oriented approaches, utilizing the Quran as a foundational text.


Keywords


Al-Quran; Concepts; Ethnomathematics; Islamic Knowledge; Mathematics Elements

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Indonesian Journal of Ethnomathematics

Indonesian Mathematics Educators Society
Jl. Terusan Jend. Sudirman, Kec. Cimahi Tengah, Kota Cimahi, Jawa Barat 40521
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ISSN: 2775-8001


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