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How Long Does it Take to Read History and Doctrines of the Ajivikas?

It takes the average reader 6 hours and 6 minutes to read History and Doctrines of the Ajivikas by A. L. Basham

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Description

The book presents the history and the doctrines of the Ajivikas who formed a third heretical sect besides the sect of Gautama Buddha, the founder of Buddhism and that of Mahavira Vardhamana, the twenty-fourth Tirthankara of the Jainas. The three heterodox sects react against the ritualistic creed of the Vests.The cult of Ajivikas was founded by Makkhali Gosal, the contemporary of Mahavira Vardhamana, based on strict determinism with a belief in the all-embracing rule of Niyati (principle of order). According to Gosal, it was Niyati which ultimately governed our action, controlled phenomena and left no room for human volition.It will throw new light on an interesting and significant aspect of Indiaês past and will encourage further research.This book is divided into fifteen chapters discussing elaborately different aspects of the subject matter. The comprehensive Bibliography and Index are the added features for the researchers for comparative as well as further study of yet unexplored areas.

How long is History and Doctrines of the Ajivikas?

History and Doctrines of the Ajivikas by A. L. Basham is 357 pages long, and a total of 91,749 words.

This makes it 120% the length of the average book. It also has 112% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read History and Doctrines of the Ajivikas Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 8 hours and 21 minutes to read History and Doctrines of the Ajivikas aloud.

What Reading Level is History and Doctrines of the Ajivikas?

History and Doctrines of the Ajivikas is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

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