Excerpt from Elements of Christian Theology, Vol. 2 of 2: Containing Proofs of the Authenticity and Inspiration of the Holy Scriptures; A Summary of the History of the Jews; A Brief Statement of the Contents of the Several Books of the Old and New Testaments; A Smort Account of the English Translations of the Bi
In the year 153 1, George Joye, an English refugee, published at Strasburg a translation of Isaiah; and in the year 1 534, he published at Antwerp a translation of the Prophecies of J erea miah, and of the Psalms, and of the Song of Moses.
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Excerpt from Elements of Christian Theology, Vol. 2 of 2: Containing Proofs of the Authenticity and Inspiration of the Holy Scriptures; A Summary of the History of the Jews; A Brief Statement of the Contents of the Several Books of the Old and New Testaments; A Smort Account of the English Translations of the Bi
That it was the practice, in the early ages of the Gospel, to translate the Scriptures into the language of every country in which they were received, is evident from a variety of testimonies; but the following passage in Theodoret, who lived in the beginning of the fifth century, may be considered as alone decisive: "We Christians are enabled to show the powers of apostolic and prophetic doctrines, which have filled all countries under heaven; for that which was formerly uttered in Hebrew is not only translated into the language of the Greeks, but also of the Romans, the Indians, Persians, Armenians, Scythians, Samaritans, Egyptians, and, in a word, into all the languages that are used by any nation (a)."
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book begins by exploring the understanding of God in the early ages of the Gospel. It explains how the Scriptures were translated into the language of every country in which they were received. Key individuals and events are highlighted, revealing the struggles and successes in making the teachings of Christ available to a wider audience. The author provides a deep understanding of the historical context and thematic depth within the book, discussing the impact of these translations on the development of different churches, as well as the historical and linguistic factors that influenced their creation. Analyzing the nuances of each chapter, the author offers insight into how the beliefs and practices of early Christian communities shaped the way the Bible was translated and interpreted. This book not only provides a thorough overview of the history of Bible translations but also sheds light on the complexities of religious thought and practice during a pivotal period in Christian history. Overall, this book examines the crucial role of Bible translation in shaping the development of Christianity and offers a nuanced understanding of the complex interplay between language, culture, and religious belief. 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. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781330750001_0
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