How Long to Read The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali

How Long Does it Take to Read The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 29 minutes to read The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali by Alistair Shearer

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

Description

“A wonderful translation, full of contemporary insight yet luminous with eternal truth.”—Jacob Needleman The Yoga Sutras were cast in their present form in India around the third century b.c. Yoga is from the Sanskrit root meaning “union,” and a sutra is a thread or aphoristic verse. The basic questions “Who am I?” “Where am I going?” “What is the purpose of life?” are asked by each new generation, and Patanjali’s answers form one of the oldest and most vibrant spiritual texts in the world. He explains what yoga is, how it works, and exactly how to purify the mind and let it settle into absolute stillness. This stillness is our own Self. It is the indispensable ground for Enlightenment, which is the ultimate goal of all our aspirations. Alistair Shearer’s lucid introduction and superb translation, fully preserving Patanjali’s jewel-like style, bring these ancient but vital teachings to those who seek the path of self-knowledge today. Bell Tower’s series, Sacred Teachings, offers essential spiritual classics from all traditions. May each book become a trusted companion on the way of truth, encouraging readers to study the wisdom of the ages and put it into practice each day.

How long is The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali?

The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali by Alistair Shearer is 146 pages long, and a total of 37,376 words.

This makes it 49% the length of the average book. It also has 46% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 24 minutes to read The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali aloud.

What Reading Level is The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali?

The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali 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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