From the Vulgate to the Vernacular: Four Debates on an English Question c.1400
by Elizabeth Solopova, Anne Hudson, Jeremy Catto
From the Vulgate to the Vernacular presents four debates circa 1400 on translating the Bible into English. Featuring contributions from Elizabeth Solopova, Anne Hudson, and Jeremy Catto, it explores the historical tensions between Latin traditions and vernacular accessibility in medieval England, shedding light on linguistic and religious dynamics of the time.
About This Book
This book examines four key debates from around 1400 concerning the English question of Bible translation from the Vulgate to the vernacular. It highlights the intellectual and cultural discussions of the period.
Edited by Elizabeth Solopova, with contributions from Anne Hudson and Jeremy Catto, the volume presents primary sources and analyses of these historical exchanges.
The debates reflect broader issues in medieval scholarship, including language accessibility and religious authority in England.
Through careful study, the book offers insights into the evolution of English religious texts and their societal impact.
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