The Routledge Handbook of Translation and Religion

The Routledge Handbook of Translation and Religion is a comprehensive interdisciplinary study that explores the intersections of translation and religion, engaging various scholarly disciplines and examining how translation constructs ideas, texts, and objects as sacred or for religious purposes. It investigates the role of faith communities in translation and analyzes sacred texts in translation across different mediums.

Format: Hardback
Length: 512 pages
Publication date: 19 December 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The Routledge Handbook of Translation and Religion stands as a groundbreaking work that pioneers an extensive and interdisciplinary exploration of the intricate ways in which the concepts and practices of translation and religion converge. This comprehensive volume brings together a diverse array of scholarly disciplines, including translation and interpreting studies, religion, philosophy, anthropology, history, art history, and area studies, engaging in a lively dialogue with one another. By critically engaging with evolving understandings of the key categories "translation" and "religion" as discursive constructs, the book contributes to the establishment of a new and dynamic field of academic inquiry, namely translation and religion.

Comprising a total of 28 insightful contributions, the Handbook is organized into six distinct parts. These parts delve into the intricate ways in which translation shapes ideas, texts, or objects, often competing with what is deemed "non-religious." The significance of faith communities is acknowledged as an integral aspect of analyzing the role of translation and religion. The book explores the mechanisms through which translation contributes to the reconstruction and transformation of religions, as well as the specific audiences and purposes for which it functions. It examines a wide range of "sacred texts" across various mediums, including written, spoken, manuscript, print, paper, digital, architectural forms, and objects of sacred art. Furthermore, it delves into the intricate interplay between commentary, exegesis, and translation, highlighting their interconnectedness in the interpretation and understanding of religious texts.

As a vital scholarly resource, The Routledge Handbook of Translation and Religion is indispensable for researchers and scholars engaged in the fields of translation studies and the study of religions. It provides a comprehensive and multidisciplinary framework that fosters a deeper understanding of the complex relationships between translation and religion, paving the way for future research and scholarship in this emerging area.

Weight: 1140g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138215665