How Long to Read The Purusha Suktam

How Long Does it Take to Read The Purusha Suktam?

It takes the average reader 6 hours and 53 minutes to read The Purusha Suktam by Dr. Victor Borde

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

Description

The interpretation of the Vedic text has been a prerogative of the Hindu Brahmins, it has always been interpreted from the religious point of view. This book’s approach is from the socio-historical perspective. It is a subaltern reading of the Vedic text, which not only establishes the fact that Purua-sktam is an interpolation but also unveils the reasons for its interpolation. The authors approach is both emic and etic at the same time; a perspective which bringing out unique insights. He has used a diachronic approach to trace the history of interpretation thus revealing the various layers of interpretations of this text. Beginning with contemporary interpretations, he goes down in history pointing out how the orthodox and classical scholars interpreted this text and going further back in time to unravel its origin and usage in the context of yajnas and nature religion.

How long is The Purusha Suktam?

The Purusha Suktam by Dr. Victor Borde is 399 pages long, and a total of 103,341 words.

This makes it 135% the length of the average book. It also has 126% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Purusha Suktam Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 9 hours and 24 minutes to read The Purusha Suktam aloud.

What Reading Level is The Purusha Suktam?

The Purusha Suktam 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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