How Long to Read Ancient Jewish Epitaphs

How Long Does it Take to Read Ancient Jewish Epitaphs?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 10 minutes to read Ancient Jewish Epitaphs by Pieter Willem van der Horst

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

In this work the reader is introduced into the fascinating world of Jewish funerary epigraphy of the Hellenistic and Roman period. The information that can be gleaned about Jewish life and thought from more than 1000 tomb-inscriptions is presented here in a systematic way. Aspects covered include languages, forms, motifs, values, epithets, functions and professions, age at death, views on death and afterlife, and the role of women. Of special interest is a chapter dealing with the relevance of these epitaphs for the study of early Christianity. The monograph ends with a selection of inscriptions in their original language with translation and notes as well as an extensive bibliography, which is updated in this 2nd printing.

How long is Ancient Jewish Epitaphs?

Ancient Jewish Epitaphs by Pieter Willem van der Horst is 186 pages long, and a total of 47,616 words.

This makes it 63% the length of the average book. It also has 58% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Ancient Jewish Epitaphs Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 20 minutes to read Ancient Jewish Epitaphs aloud.

What Reading Level is Ancient Jewish Epitaphs?

Ancient Jewish Epitaphs is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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