The Center for Translation Studies of the University of Texas at Dallas has identified key advantages of translation.

In its “Manifesto for Translation Studies,” the University of Texas at Dallas spells out the benefits of translation in very precise terms. Here are some extracts:

“Translation destroys language walls and illuminates the gestures, assertions, and utterances of other nations. Translation heightens our sensitivity to the sensibilities of foreign cultures and customs.”

“Translation Studies examines the art and craft of translation, i.e., what is translated, how it is translated, how it is received in the receptor language, and especially what is said so often to be lost in translation.”

“Translation guarantees the survival of our civilization in a globalized world with its digital and electronic innovations. The survival will depend on how well we apply the methods of translation to initiate and promote inter-cultural communication.”

(Articles 1, 2 and 5 of “Manifesto for Translation Studies,” University of Texas at Dallas)

The “manifesto” also points out that translation encourages associative thinking and interdisciplinary research – important elements in our 21^st century society.

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