How Long to Read The Diamond Cutter Sutra

How Long Does it Take to Read The Diamond Cutter Sutra?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 59 minutes to read The Diamond Cutter Sutra by Khenpo Sodargye

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

Description

Khenpo Sodargye translates and provides commentary on the Diamond Cutter Sutra, the oldest printed book in China, shedding light on the Buddha’s teachings on how to destroy attachment without being led astray; the author is a household name in China and his books and CDs sell in the millions in China. In the profound teachings of the Diamond Cutter Sutra, the Buddha offers a view of the world that deconstructs our normal categories of experience to show us that what we think are real entities in the world are actually our conceptualizations. The Buddha teaches us to cut our attachment to all phenomena and to the “I,” which are empty of inherent existence, and in so doing, cut the root cause of our suffering. Yet without wise guidance we may think that because all phenomena are empty there is no need to be attached to virtue, and thus we fall into the worst trap of all—an attachment to emptiness. How do we destroy our attachment without being led astray? With this question in mind, Dzogchen Master Khenpo Sodargye provides sparkling commentary on the Diamond Cutter Sutra so that we understand its actual meaning, thus preparing us to understand the view of the Great Perfection and Mahamudra. Before recognizing the nature of the mind, we learn we must hold on to things that are virtuous and right. Like a boat, these can help us cross a river; until we reach the other shore, it makes no sense to give them up.

How long is The Diamond Cutter Sutra?

The Diamond Cutter Sutra by Khenpo Sodargye is 235 pages long, and a total of 59,925 words.

This makes it 79% the length of the average book. It also has 73% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Diamond Cutter Sutra Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 27 minutes to read The Diamond Cutter Sutra aloud.

What Reading Level is The Diamond Cutter Sutra?

The Diamond Cutter Sutra 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.

Where Can I Buy The Diamond Cutter Sutra?

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