How Long to Read Philosophy of the Name

How Long Does it Take to Read Philosophy of the Name?

It takes the average reader 6 hours and 11 minutes to read Philosophy of the Name by Sergii Bulgakov

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

Description

This is the first English translation, by Thomas Allan Smith, of Philosophy of the Name (Filosofiia imeni). Sergii Bulgakov (1871–1944) wrote the book in response to a theological controversy that erupted in Russia just before the outbreak of World War I. Bulgakov develops a philosophy of language that aims to justify the truthfulness of the statement "the Name of God is God himself," a claim provoking debate on the meaning of names, and the Name of God in particular. Philosophy of the Name investigates the nature of words and human language, considers grammar and parts of speech, and concludes with an exposition on the Name of God. Name-glorifying, a spiritual movement connected with the Orthodox practice of the Jesus Prayer, was initially censured by the Holy Synod of the Russian Orthodox Church, and the controversy raised profound questions that continue to vex ecclesiastical authorities and theologians today. The controversy exposed a vital question concerning the ability of human language to express experiences of the Divine truthfully and authentically. Bulgakov examines the idea that humans do not create words, rather, objects speak their word to human beings, and words are the incarnation of thought in a sonic body conveying meaning. Philosophy of the Name offers a philosophy of language for contemporary theologians of all confessions who wrestle with the issue of language and God. It is a persuasive apologia for the mysterious power of words and an appeal to make use of words responsibly not only when speaking about God but equally when communicating with others.

How long is Philosophy of the Name?

Philosophy of the Name by Sergii Bulgakov is 359 pages long, and a total of 92,981 words.

This makes it 121% the length of the average book. It also has 114% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Philosophy of the Name Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 8 hours and 28 minutes to read Philosophy of the Name aloud.

What Reading Level is Philosophy of the Name?

Philosophy of the Name is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

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