How Long to Read Neither Monk nor Layman

How Long Does it Take to Read Neither Monk nor Layman?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 20 minutes to read Neither Monk nor Layman by Richard M. Jaffe

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

Description

Buddhism comes in many forms, but in Japan it stands apart from all the rest in one most striking way--the monks get married. In Neither Monk nor Layman, the most comprehensive study of this topic in any language, Richard Jaffe addresses the emergence of an openly married clergy as a momentous change in the history of modern Japanese Buddhism. He demonstrates, in clear and engaging prose, that this shift was not an easy one for Japanese Buddhists. Yet the transformation that began in the early Meiji period (1868-1912)--when monks were ordered by government authorities to adopt common surnames...

How long is Neither Monk nor Layman?

Neither Monk nor Layman by Richard M. Jaffe is 320 pages long, and a total of 80,000 words.

This makes it 108% the length of the average book. It also has 98% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Neither Monk nor Layman Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 7 hours and 17 minutes to read Neither Monk nor Layman aloud.

What Reading Level is Neither Monk nor Layman?

Neither Monk nor Layman 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.

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

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