Nathan der Weise
Gotthold Ephraim Lessing
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Nathan der Weise
Published
1981
Publisher
Verlag Philipp Reclam jun. Leipzig
Pages
153
Description
Nathan the Wise (original German title: Nathan der Weise) is the last play published by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing. The play was published in 1779; its world premiere took place only in 1783, two years after Lessing's death, at the Döbbelinsches Theater in Berlin. It is a fervent plea for religious tolerance. Set in Jerusalem during the Third Crusade, just after the 1187 taking of Jerusalem by Saladin (1187), it describes how the wise Jewish merchant Nathan, the enlightened sultan Saladin, and the (initially anonymous) Templar, bridge their gaps between Judaism, Islam, and Christianity. Its major themes are friendship, religious and social tolerance, the value of inherited traditions of religion (and the damage done when those of different religious persuasions attack each other instead of focusing on the welfare of humankind), the validation of human goodness and moral intelligence as the source of good in the world, and the need for communication, self-questioning, and openness to others' good intentions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Nathan der Weise?
This edition of Nathan der Weise has approximately 153 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Nathan der Weise?
For most readers, Nathan der Weise typically takes between 3h 11m and 2h 8m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 38,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 33m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 38,250 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Nathan der Weise?
The estimated word count for Nathan der Weise is approximately 38,250 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Nathan der Weise?
Nathan der Weise was written by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing.
When was Nathan der Weise published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1981. The original work may have been published on a different date.