An Inquiry Into the Proper Mode of Rendering the Word God in Translating the

Walter Henry Medhurst

ISBN 10: 1330605268 / ISBN 13: 9781330605264

Editore: Forgotten Books, 2017

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Print on Demand. This book delves into the origins and intricacies of the word used to represent God in Chinese translations of the Bible. The author thoroughly examines the meanings of the terms Elohim and Theos, their historical and linguistic nuances, and how they have been interpreted by various lexicographers and scholars. Through a detailed analysis of the Chinese terms Te, Shang Te, and Theen, the book explores their usage in ancient Chinese literature and religious texts to shed light on the Chinese understanding of the Supreme Being. By examining the semantic evolution and cultural significance of these terms, this book unravels the complex tapestry of religious thought and linguistic expression in Chinese history, offering valuable insights into the intersection of language, culture, and spirituality in Chinese civilization. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. Codice articolo 9781330605264_0

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Titolo: An Inquiry Into the Proper Mode of Rendering...

Casa editrice: Forgotten Books

Data di pubblicazione: 2017

Legatura: Paperback

Condizione: New

Tipologia articolo: print-on-demand item

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Further Kang-he says, that Z ming means fame, and famous and is used in the sense of great celebrated.

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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.