Excerpt from The Turkish New Testament Incapable of Defence, and the True Principles of Biblical Translation Vindicated
Of the copies. Under these circumstances, I conceived it to be my duty, as a last effort to arrest the progress of corruption, and provoke a keen and unslumbering, jealousy over such ver sions as might be recommended to the' Society, to publish an Appeal to the Members of that Institution, in which, besides inserting the re marks originally submitted to the Committee, I made several additional disclosures on the subject of the work, and endeavoured to bring the whole before the public in such a manner as to satisfy every candid mind, that his alto= gether unworthy of those who published it, and who Were afterwards advised to persist in Circu l'atirig It among Mohammedan unbelievers.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the critical debate surrounding the accuracy and fidelity of biblical translation. The author engages with the principles of translation, specifically tackling the ongoing discussion of literal versus free interpretations of scripture. The bookââ â¢s arguments unfold within the context of the early 19th century, a period marked by fervent missionary activity and the dissemination of biblical texts in various languages. This period saw a heightened awareness of the importance of ensuring that translations conveyed the true meaning and spirit of the original texts. The author, a learned scholar, defends the importance of literal translations, arguing that they safeguard the sacredness of scripture and prevent the introduction of human interpretations and biases. The book explores the dangers of free translations, which, according to the author, can lead to misunderstandings, inaccuracies, and even heresy. The author critiques the work of other translators and scholars, highlighting inconsistencies and flaws in their approaches. By providing a comprehensive defense of literal translation, this book offers profound insights into the delicate process of translating holy texts and the crucial role fidelity plays in preserving the integrity of scripture. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781332427581_0
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