A mathematician, like a painter or poet, is a maker of patterns. If his patterns are more permanent than theirs, it is because they are made with ideas.
Meaning of the quote
A mathematician, just like an artist or writer, creates patterns and designs. The math patterns made by a mathematician last longer than the paintings or writings of others because they are made using ideas, not just physical materials.
About G. H. Hardy
G.H. Hardy was a renowned English mathematician known for his groundbreaking work in number theory and mathematical analysis. He was also the mentor of the celebrated Indian mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan, and their collaboration is considered one of the most famous partnerships in the history of mathematics.
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