How Long to Read Jataka Stories in Theravada Buddhism

How Long Does it Take to Read Jataka Stories in Theravada Buddhism?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 10 minutes to read Jataka Stories in Theravada Buddhism by Dr Naomi Appleton

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

Description

Jataka stories (stories about the previous births of the Buddha) are very popular in Theravada Buddhist countries, where they are found in both canonical texts and later compositions and collections, and are commonly used in sermons, children's books, plays, poetry, temple illustrations, rituals and festivals. Whilst at first glance many of the stories look like common fables or folktales, Buddhist tradition tells us that the stories illustrate the gradual path to perfection exemplified by the Buddha in his previous births, when he was a bodhisatta (buddha-to-be). Jataka stories have had a...

How long is Jataka Stories in Theravada Buddhism?

Jataka Stories in Theravada Buddhism by Dr Naomi Appleton 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 Jataka Stories in Theravada Buddhism Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 20 minutes to read Jataka Stories in Theravada Buddhism aloud.

What Reading Level is Jataka Stories in Theravada Buddhism?

Jataka Stories in Theravada Buddhism 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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