Comments on: PERFECTLY IMPERFECT

By: J Thomas

J Thomas — Fri, 11 Nov 2022 12:32:31 +0000

You have got into Philosophy.
And that is fine.

Philosophy explained :
What is mind? No matter.

What is matter? Never mind.

“1 divided by infinity = zero ( 1 ÷ ∞ = 0 )”
Not correct. It tends to zero but is not zero.
Infinity multiplied by zero is indeterminate.

“My teacher was not able to give me a cogent answer.”

Please read “One, Two, Three…Infinity: Facts and Speculations of Science” (Dover Books on Mathematics) by George Gamow

“the Earth is infinitely larger than the grain of sand.”
You can say this in conversation or in general writing. But it is not mathematically correct. You have yourself given a finite ratio.

“Earth is infinitely smaller than the largest star.”
Again, not mathematically correct.

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By: Lt Gen Kapil Aggarwal (Retd)

Lt Gen Kapil Aggarwal (Retd) — Fri, 11 Nov 2022 09:15:25 +0000

Dear Sir,
Such a wonderful, thought provoking and philosophical piece written in your inimitable, simple and lucid style. I do not have the credentials to comment and so pardon my impertinence if I say that you have a unique capacity to disaggregate concepts and then integrate them together, a Calculus befitting a mathematician.
Really enjoyed reading it, even though late, many years after its publication.
Talking of the realty of atomic and subatomic particles juxtaposed with the enormity of galaxies in the Universe, I am reminded of a beautiful 3 D show I saw on screen in the Science City, Kolkata, long back. I wonder if such shows are still there and they should be compulsory viewing for all school children. This Guftagu piece is the literary equivalent of that show.
Profound Regards
Kapil

By: Dr Nitish Goel

Dr Nitish Goel — Sat, 07 Dec 2013 14:22:31 +0000

Hello Sir

The pleasure, meeting you, was all mine. Seldom does one get a chance to share thoughts with such learned and interesting men as yourself.

The piece “perfectly imperfect” is very well written and presented with examples from the nature. This article does makes one think hard to get to the bottom of the query. Ultimately, nobody/nothing is perfect, is highlighted beautifully by you.

I would love to go through other pieces on the blog as and when i am free.

Keep writing and sharing your experiences/vast knowledge with hungry people like us, always keen on gaining something knowledgable.

Thanks & Regards

Nitish Goel

By: Surjit Singh

Surjit Singh — Fri, 29 Nov 2013 08:55:50 +0000

Harindar,
Thanks.
You have a sensitive soul. It takes vision to grasp the enormous complexity of Nature. It is beyond human comprehension. And yet men have been tempted since times immemorial to contemplate on these ideas!
Surjit

By: Lt Col H.S.Bedi

Lt Col H.S.Bedi — Fri, 29 Nov 2013 03:28:38 +0000

Dear Surjit,

Your piece “Perfectly Imperfect” is fascinating. Indeed, we find imperfections in everything we consider to be perfect – the sun, moon, mountains, rivers and everything else in nature, or for that matter, even in man-made things – tangible and intangible. Well-established theories and dogmas are being constantly questioned. The Higgs Boson has thrown up new ideas. Research is furthering human knowledge and shedding light on the mysteries of the world. Nature, you will agree, cannot be easily defined. Our scriptures too have tried to unravel the ultimate truth. People like Stephen Hawking are deeply into this. Your bold thinking on such an abstract subject is therefore praise-worthy.

Harindar

By: J S Oberoi

J S Oberoi — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 13:23:05 +0000

Dear Gen Surjit Sir,

I felt closer to the divine and cosmic having read “Perfectly Imperfect” – hope we keep reading gems like it.

However I cannot help thinking of Sahir Ludhianvi’s verse “Jinhe Naaz hai Hind par woh kahan hai” in the present circumstances.
Jaggi Oberoi

By: JG Arora

JG Arora — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 16:47:30 +0000

Dear Shri Surjit Singh Ji,

It was a pleasure to go through your excellent article: “Perfectly Imperfect” on the internet. I have no words to express my thanks to you for your wonderful write-up. To me, you are a perfect example of an enlightened soul.

Originally from Punjab, at present I am based in Mumbai.

It will be my pleasure to remain in touch with you.

Shubham astu,

Jai

By: Inderpal Singh

Inderpal Singh — Sun, 30 Dec 2012 12:08:59 +0000

Dear Surjit ji,

I enjoyed reading your write up. Very interesting.

I will suggest reading the book titled, “The man who knew infinity” by Robert Kanigel.

It is about the life of the genius, Ramanujan.

Incidentally, the article, below, appeared in the news only a couple of days ago.

With love,

Inderpal

By: Mohan Sachdev

Mohan Sachdev — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 14:21:24 +0000

Itney padhey likhey faujibhai ko mera salaam…khoob likha hai likhnewy waley ney…
Mohan

By: Col M B Jauhari

Col M B Jauhari — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 03:32:54 +0000

sir,

thanks for clearing quite a few cobwebs from my mind.

Regards

Jauhari Col MB, EME