Publisher's Synopsis
The Latinity of the Vulgate Psalter is a book written by John J. Jepson and published in 1915. The book is an exploration of the Latin language used in the Vulgate Psalter, a translation of the Book of Psalms into Latin by Saint Jerome in the late 4th century. Jepson's book is intended for scholars and students of Latin, as well as those interested in the history of the Vulgate Psalter. The book includes a detailed analysis of the Latin vocabulary, grammar, and syntax used in the Vulgate Psalter, as well as a discussion of the translation choices made by Saint Jerome.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the Latin language used in the Vulgate Psalter. Topics covered include the use of prepositions, conjunctions, and pronouns, as well as the structure of Latin sentences and the use of figures of speech.Overall, The Latinity of the Vulgate Psalter is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the Latin language or the history of the Vulgate Psalter. Jepson's detailed analysis provides a deeper understanding of the language used by Saint Jerome and the translation choices he made, shedding light on the origins of one of the most important texts in Christian history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
