Biblical translation

“The Bible was originally written in Hebrew, Aramaic and Greek. However, its message was intended to bless all nations, indeed to be proclaimed throughout the world as the only way of salvation. So the translation of Scripture into all the languages of the world is seen by many as an important part of Jesus’ Great Commission to teach the gospel to every nation (Matthew 28:18-20)” from Lexham Survey of Theology.
The Bible is also a mixture of history, wisdom, songs and poetry, adding cultural and contextual challenges to the modern translator’s task. Should English translations be technically accurate or meaningful? Is the growth of paraphrased versions helpful? How do we address centuries of transcription error, redaction and intentional modification? This module addresses these issues to give us a better understanding of how God’s word still speaks to us with authenticity and power today.

Certificate in Christian Studies: In-depth option in subject area 2, New Testament

Tutors: the Revd Phil Charlesworth and Ashley Williams
Date: 15 March 2025, 10am to 12.30pm, in Norwich Cathedral Library
Cost: £10 each 

To book please contact NCCL@cathedral.org.uk, 01603 218443. PLEASE NOTE Cheques should be made payable to NORWICH CATHEDRAL. Bank details can be provided for payment by BACS. Booking closes at 2pm on Thursday 13 March.

Whilst we strive to accommodate everyone this is not always physically possible, so we reserve the right to turn away those who have not booked in advance. If we are able to accommodate those who have not booked in advance, we reserve the right to make an additional charge, over the basic course fee.