How Long to Read The Life of Padmasambhava

How Long Does it Take to Read The Life of Padmasambhava?

It takes the average reader 1 hour and 52 minutes to read The Life of Padmasambhava by Taranatha

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

Description

The text contained in this book is a biography of Padmasambhava, the famed master from Oddiyana who introduced Tantric Buddhism in Tibet in the eighth century. Many accounts of the life of this great yogin exist in Tibetan, a number of which have been translated into Western languages. The literal meaning of the word Tantra is "continuity." Indicating the nature of this profound spiritual path called the Vajrayana, this term also expresses the fact that acceding to the Tantric teachings is only possible through transmission from a qualified guru who himself has received this knowledge from another holder of that precise teaching, guaranteeing an unbroken link from teacher to disciple. Since Padmasambhava is of central importance in the diffusion of its numerous lineages, dependable testimony regarding his life is valuable for those who study and practice these teachings. This narrative belongs to that category. Taranatha (1575-?), the author, is a major Tibetan historian of his time. His chronicle, based on the kama tradition, is considered fundamental by Tibetan scholars. In this work he records the life of Padmasambhava in the manner of modern historiography, satisfying a need for objectivity by using the most reliable sources available and including accurate references to them in his text, thus dispelling all doubt as to the authenticity of his account.

How long is The Life of Padmasambhava?

The Life of Padmasambhava by Taranatha is 112 pages long, and a total of 28,224 words.

This makes it 38% the length of the average book. It also has 34% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Life of Padmasambhava Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 2 hours and 34 minutes to read The Life of Padmasambhava aloud.

What Reading Level is The Life of Padmasambhava?

The Life of Padmasambhava is suitable for students ages 10 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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