not at all redolent of sparse, economical Old English, but a cross between literally translated modern German and a makeshift, clattering pseudo-Middle English with modernized spelling and anachronistic “esquires” and “knights.” Yes, Tolkien knew that the root of “knight” was “cniht,” O...
He would not see freedom again until he recanted of his "sin" – writing the English Bible. His spirit ultimately broken, he eventually did recant. Upon release, he was watched, ...
In understanding the original Hebrew, an English translator can use the Septuagint to see what Greek word was used in that translation. This process would be to revert back to the original version. The Septuagint would have provided a translation closer in time to the original text. F. ...
This he has translated from the Egyptian reformed language to English, by a pair of stone spectacles (provided by an angel) and a dark hat before his eyes. The books have been printed, and J. S. and Mr. N_s are engaged in peddling the same. The society are increasing. Eighteen have...
He therefore devoted the leisure of three years to the preparation of the work, which was written in the quaint style of language to be found in King James' authorized version of the English scriptures. In order to give it the antique character claimed for it, it was entitled the Manuscri...
English language - Old English, Middle English, Modern English: Among highlights in the history of the English language, the following stand out most clearly: the settlement in Britain of Jutes, Saxons, and Angles in the 5th and 6th centuries; the arriva