How Long to Read Asian Martial Arts, Monks, and Ways of Thought

How Long Does it Take to Read Asian Martial Arts, Monks, and Ways of Thought?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 48 minutes to read Asian Martial Arts, Monks, and Ways of Thought by Michael DeMarco

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

Description

Many know of the legends concerning the Shaolin Temple as the font of Asian martial arts. However, this was not the only temple with deep associations with combatives. This anthology dives deep into the historic significance of the relationship between temples, monks, and martial arts. As a transporter of culture, it seems logical that the Indian monk Bodhidharma brought more than just Buddhist texts to the Shaolin Temple. India has a wonderful tradition of martial and healing arts that he would have shared at the temple. His rich story throws light on how and why monks throughout Asia have often blended martial arts with their spiritual lives. Asian countries have unique histories and societies, but also share important elements. A major thread is religion and the mixing with ancient native shamanism and mysticism. We find a blend of Buddhism, Daoism, Confucianism, Hinduism, and Islam in Asian cultures, which are strongly based in monastic centers. The spread of religious thought is coupled with the spread of knowledge about martial arts. It is part of human nature to find sources to enforce the spiritual, mental, and physical condition. Temples and martial arts are certainly valued for these reasons. In the first chapter, Michael Spiesbach details the story of Bodhi-dharma. His piece couples nicely with Stanley Henning’s observations from a visit to the Shaolin Temple. Dr. Charles Holcombe details the historic connections Daoism has with martial arts, while Mark Hawthorne discusses the recent state of Daoism and its prospects for the future. Jerry Shine’s chapter on the sohei shows the influence these warrior monks had in Japanese history. Ken Jeremiah’s chapter looks at the extreme asceticism Japanese monks and warriors practiced to reach their individual goals. Mark Wiley’s chapter deals with mystical elements as sources of power in Indonesian martial arts. In the final chapter, Mark Kelland brings the religious and martial traditions into our present everyday lives.

How long is Asian Martial Arts, Monks, and Ways of Thought?

Asian Martial Arts, Monks, and Ways of Thought by Michael DeMarco is 165 pages long, and a total of 42,075 words.

This makes it 56% the length of the average book. It also has 51% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Asian Martial Arts, Monks, and Ways of Thought Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 49 minutes to read Asian Martial Arts, Monks, and Ways of Thought aloud.

What Reading Level is Asian Martial Arts, Monks, and Ways of Thought?

Asian Martial Arts, Monks, and Ways of Thought 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.

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