Fibonacci

Mathematics Italian 1170 – 1250 413 quotes

Introduced Hindu-Arabic numerals to Europe

Quotes by Fibonacci

If anyone has been able to find a solution to the problem of the two rabbits, he will have found the solution to all problems.

Liber Abaci

The nine Indian figures are: 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1. With these nine figures, and with the sign 0 which is called zephyr, any number can be written.

Liber Abaci 1202

It is not possible to find a number which, when divided by 7, leaves a remainder of 1, and when divided by 5, leaves a remainder of 2, and when divided by 3, leaves a remainder of 0.

Liber Abaci 1202

If you know how to solve the problem of the two rabbits, you will know how to solve all problems.

Liber Abaci (paraphrased)

I have shown you how to calculate with these Indian figures, which is a method superior to all others.

Liber Abaci 1202

Many things which seem impossible are possible if one knows the art of calculation.

Liber Abaci (implied)

The art of calculation is a most excellent art, and it is useful in all things.

Liber Abaci (implied)

It is necessary to know how to calculate, for without it, one cannot understand anything.

Liber Abaci (implied)

The method of the Indians is the most subtle of all methods.

Liber Abaci 1202

I have written this book so that the Latin people may no longer be deprived of the knowledge of calculation.

Liber Abaci 1202

The practice of calculation is not only useful but also delightful.

Liber Abaci (implied)

He who knows how to calculate well will be able to solve many problems that seem insoluble to others.

Liber Abaci (implied)

The science of numbers is the foundation of all sciences.

Liber Abaci (implied)

It is a great error to despise the science of numbers.

Liber Abaci (implied)

The figures of the Indians are more subtle than those of the Arabs.

Liber Abaci 1202

I have learned the art of calculation from the Arabs, but I have improved upon it.

Liber Abaci (implied)

The method of calculation with the Indian figures is so easy that it can be learned by anyone.

Liber Abaci 1202

Without numbers, there is no knowledge.

Liber Abaci (implied)

The study of numbers is a noble study.

Liber Abaci (implied)

He who does not know how to calculate is like a blind man in the dark.

Liber Abaci (implied)