History of Translation Theory

Aim

To develop an ability to critically evaluate interpretations and translations of the Bible in the light of current developments in translation studies, and in particular the field of the theory of Bible translation.

Outcomes

Insight and a sensitivity for the parameters and frames that needs to be considered in the processes involved in Bible translation as a difficult form secondary and intercultural communication.

Contents

1. Instruction in the history of Bible translation with special reference to the range of parameters and frames that influenced the translation of the Bible, e.g. English and other translations of the Bible in Africa.
2. Instruction in the basic features and foundations of the meaning-based, functionalist and relevance-theoretical approaches to Bible translation.
3. Assignments that involve the reading and reproducing in terms of logical arguments technical literature in the field of translation studies.
4. Practical exercises in the critical evaluationg of translations of the Bible.
5. Practical exercises in the translation of the Bible in terms of a specific translation brief.