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Title: Translation of the Genitive Absolute in the Armenian Alexander Romance
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Matenadaran: Medieval and Early Modern Armenian Studies (MEMAS)
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Exploring the Shift from Sensus de Sensu to Verbum de Verbo Approach
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Editor-in-Chief Aram Topchyan ; Managing Editor Ani Shahnazaryan
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This article discusses the translation techniques employed in rendering the Greek genitive absolute in Book I of the Armenian Alexander Romance, amidst the transition from sensus de sensu to verbum de verbo translation approach. Through a comparative analysis of corresponding passages in the Armenian and Greek texts, six primary techniques are revealed — three leaning towards descriptive interpretations and three favouring a more literal rendition. These techniques align closely with those found in other translations labelled pre-Hellenising. The findings not only enhance our understanding of translation practices in the fifth and sixth century Armenia, but also provide valuable insights for the broader field of translation studies. Also, the results add evidence to the discussion of the still obscure question of continuity between the classical, pre-Hellenising, and Hellenising translations.
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Mesrop Mashtots Institute of Ancient Manuscripts
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Nov 6, 2025
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Matenadaran: Medieval and Early Modern Armenian Studies (MEMAS)
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Matenadaran: Medieval and Early Modern Armenian Studies (MEMAS), 2024, Vol 1, N 1
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Matenadaran: Medieval and Early Modern Armenian Studies (MEMAS), 2024, Vol 1, N 2
- Editorial board
- Contents
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- A List of Armenological Publications of 2024
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Matenadaran: Medieval and Early Modern Armenian Studies (MEMAS), 2024, Vol 1, N 1
| Edition name | Date |
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| Kuntner, Rok, Translation of the Genitive Absolute in the Armenian Alexander Romance | Nov 6, 2025 |
