The pupil studying mathematics must be an active mathematical thinker, using his personal experience to understand the mathematical processes involved. The teacher therefore needs to work from the known to the unknown, from the concrete to the abstract, using oral and writing skills to help the pupil integrate various concepts into his learning. The learning of mathematical concepts help to determine via calculations exact times for prayers, fasting, day, night, seasons, hajj, etc. 5. There is a relation of patterns in nature to the patterns in mathemaics. Mathematics enables us to enhance our unsderstanding of science, technology and space and a full appreciation of revelation.
Mathematics also enables human beings to make logically correct judgements.
Mathematically accurate calculations are in integral part of life and living. Calculating the direction of the Kaaba and calculating accurately the proportions and percentages with regard to inheritance and zakaah are an essential part of Islam. The Qur'an guides us to solve problems encountered in everyday life, teaches us to use logical thinking and reasoning, and exhorts us to calculate, weigh and measure with precision and accuracy. Which he knew not. Scribes were honoured with the task of writing during the period of Quranic revelation.