How Long to Read The Eight Gates of Zen

How Long Does it Take to Read The Eight Gates of Zen?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 8 minutes to read The Eight Gates of Zen by John Daido Loori

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

Description

This accessible introduction to the philosophy and practice of Zen Buddhism includes a program of study that encompasses practically every aspect of life. The American Zen teacher John Daido Loori shows us that Zen practice should include not only meditation, the study of Zen literature and liturgy, and moral and ethical action, but should also manifest in work, artistic, and everyday activities. The Eight Gates are: 1. Zazen, a type of meditation described as "sitting Zen" 2. Face-to-face meetings between teacher and student 3. Academic study of the sutras related to Zen training, other...

How long is The Eight Gates of Zen?

The Eight Gates of Zen by John Daido Loori is 304 pages long, and a total of 77,216 words.

This makes it 103% the length of the average book. It also has 94% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Eight Gates of Zen Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 7 hours and 1 minute to read The Eight Gates of Zen aloud.

What Reading Level is The Eight Gates of Zen?

The Eight Gates of Zen 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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