How Long to Read Mystery Cults in the Ancient World

How Long Does it Take to Read Mystery Cults in the Ancient World?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 19 minutes to read Mystery Cults in the Ancient World by Hugh Bowden

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

Description

A landmark study of ancient Greek and Roman cults, from the nocturnal mysteries at Eleusis to the cults of Dionysus and Mithras. Mystery cults are one of the most intriguing areas of Greek and Roman religion. In the nocturnal mysteries at Eleusis, participants dramatically reenacted the story of Demeter’s loss and recovery of her daughter Persephone; in the Bacchic cult, bands of women ran wild in the Greek countryside to honor Dionysus; in the mysteries of Mithras, men came to understand the nature of the universe and their place within it through frightening initiation ceremonies and astrological teachings. These cults were an important part of life in the ancient Mediterranean world, but their actual practices were shrouded in secrecy. Mystery Cults in the Ancient World makes plentiful use of artistic and archaeological evidence, as well as ancient literature and epigraphy, to reconstruct the sacred rituals and explore their origins. Greek painted pottery, Roman frescoes, inscribed gold tablets from Greek and Southern Italian tombs, and the excavated sites of religious sanctuaries all contribute to our understanding of ancient mystery cults. Not only is this clearly written book a significant contribution to the study of these cults, it is also accessible to a general readership. More than any other book on ancient religion, it allows the reader to understand what it was like to participate in these life-altering religious events.

How long is Mystery Cults in the Ancient World?

Mystery Cults in the Ancient World by Hugh Bowden is 314 pages long, and a total of 79,756 words.

This makes it 106% the length of the average book. It also has 97% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Mystery Cults in the Ancient World Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 7 hours and 15 minutes to read Mystery Cults in the Ancient World aloud.

What Reading Level is Mystery Cults in the Ancient World?

Mystery Cults in the Ancient World is suitable for students ages 12 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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