(Women and Words) Challenges and Joys in Bible Translation with Dr. Marlon Winedt

In this episode of Mutuality Matters, host Mimi Haddad welcomes Dr. Marlon Winedt, a seasoned Bible translator, theologian, and philosopher. Dr. Winedt shares his vast experience in Bible translation, particularly his work with the Common Language Papiamintu Bible and assisting translation teams across the Caribbean and the Americas. He discusses the joys of translating the Bible into local languages, enhancing their prestige and accessibility. Dr. Winedt also delves into the complexities and cultural nuances involved in translation, the ethical responsibilities of translators, and how new translations can influence the understanding and application of biblical texts, especially regarding topics like women's roles and intercultural communication within the church and society. 

 

00:00 Introduction to Mutuality Matters 

00:25 Meet Dr. Marlon Winedt 

01:54 The Joys of Bible Translation 

03:50 Challenges in Translation 

07:41 Cultural Misunderstandings 

10:53 Translation Choices and Their Impact 

15:59 Addressing Bias in Translations 

22:24 Ensuring Clarity and Overcoming Bias 

30:07 Rediscovering Women's Stories in History 

30:52 Exploring Bible Translations 

32:23 The Complexity of Translation 

37:03 Monolingualism vs. Multilingualism 

42:38 Translation and Gender Issues 

47:39 Insights on Women in Scripture 

52:27 Marriage and Family in Translation 

57:03 Conclusion 
 
Bio 

Rev. Dr. Marlon Winedt, a theologian, philosopher, and Bible translator, earned his BA in Theology/Philosophy from the University of Steubenville, Ohio (magna cum laude 1985) and his Drs-MA in Philosophy (cum laude) from the University of Tilburg (1988). He completed post-graduate work in Bible translation and linguistics (1996, 2001), earning a PhD in Bible Translation (1999), all at the Free University of Amsterdam. Engaged in Bible translation for 35 years, he contributed to the Common Language Papiamentu Bible and serves as a Bible Translation Consultant for the United Bible Societies, mentoring teams across the Caribbean and the Americas. He also trains translation consultants worldwide. Marlon, a pastor, radio host, and columnist, contributes to academic and popular discourse in various languages, with his fields of interests being, among others, biblical languages, Greco-Roman world, Performance Criticism and Creolistics. He resides with his wife Sandra on Curaçao, engaging in diverse international teaching roles. 
 
Related Resources 
Women and Words: Exploring Women’s Biblical Equality Through Bible Translation with Dr. Roy Ciampa 
Women and Words: Why Are There So Many Bible Translations? With Dr. Jeffrey Miller 
eLearning: Beyond Bias: Aligning towards God’s Vision for Women and Men in Bible Translation 

 
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