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What was Saint Jerome renowned for in the history of translation?
What was Saint Jerome renowned for in the history of translation?
- Translating the Bible into multiple languages
- Maintaining accuracy and fidelity in rendering the Scriptures into Latin (correct)
- Inventing a new language for translation
- Emphasizing linguistic fluency over accuracy
Which of the following best describes Jerome's primary emphasis in translation?
Which of the following best describes Jerome's primary emphasis in translation?
- Meticulously preserving the original text's meaning and essence (correct)
- Focusing on word-for-word translation without considering meaning
- Emphasizing creative liberties in translation
- Creating a poetic version of the original text
What held precedence in Jerome's translation philosophy?
What held precedence in Jerome's translation philosophy?
- Fidelity to the original text (correct)
- Linguistic fluency
- Simplifying the language for wider audience
- Artistic expression
What did Jerome's Vulgate seek to achieve?
What did Jerome's Vulgate seek to achieve?
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What was Saint Jerome's most enduring contribution to translation theory?
What was Saint Jerome's most enduring contribution to translation theory?
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