The Bible Translator: Volume 19, Issue 1

Poetry ought to find poetic expression in translation. The translator needs to recreated in the receptor language poetry of equivalent beauty, power and truth. The need is not only for scholars, but for poets. View Less

Discusses the credibility of dynamic equivalence in contrast to “transposition” (or formal correspondence). Elucidates the distinction in the context of direct transfer versus indirect transfer (a chart is provided for illustrative purposes). View Less

Applies the theory outlined by Wonderly (The Bible Translator, 1968, 19[1]:6–13) to Mark 6:17–20. View Less

Translators working with tribal language must work with the oral literature of the tribe in formulating a literary language for Bible translating. View Less

Most translators whose languages have a separate word such as “of” or “de” take it for granted that if the receptor language has a word-form apparently equivalent to the Greek genitive case, a literal translation can be automatically made. This is not the case. The Greek genitive has great latitude, and its ambiguities must be elucidated. Analyzes the wider meanings of the genitive case, and suggests options for translators. View Less

The interjection ouai has two different connotations. One indicates pain and sorrow, and the other indicates displeasure, cursing and condemnation. Translators need to recognize this differentiation. View Less

An interview with the illustrator of the TEV, Annie Vallotton. View Less

Reviews the history of translation in Sweden, and recent efforts to produce a new translation. View Less

Asks translation questions about Luke 12–15. View Less