THE CHALLENGES AND PECULIARITIES IN THE TRANSLATION OF RELIGIOUS TERMINOLOGY

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This article explores the challenges and specific features associated with the translation of religious texts. Religious texts possess unique linguistic, cultural, and contextual characteristics that pose particular difficulties for translators. The study examines the semantic, stylistic, and pragmatic nuances that require careful consideration during translation processes. The research identifies common issues faced by translators, such as preserving sacred meanings, interpreting metaphors, and conveying doctrinal concepts accurately. The article also highlights the importance of balancing literal fidelity with interpretative clarity in religious translation. Keywords: religious texts, translation problems, cultural context, semantic features, doctrinal meaning, sacred language, metaphor translation, translation strategies, religious discourse, linguistic equivalence The challenges and peculiarities in the translation of religious terminology has always been a delicate and demanding task for linguists and translators worldwide. Religious scriptures are not just literary compositions but are often considered sacred, carrying divine authority and theological significance. The translation process involves more than the transmission of meaning from one language to another; it demands sensitivity to cultural, historical, and doctrinal contexts. This article aims to analyze the specific features of religious text translation, focusing on linguistic, cultural, and interpretative challenges. It is important to delve into how religious terminology is not just a theoretical construct but a lived reality in the daily practices and rituals of believers. The use of specific terms in religious rituals, worship, and ethical conduct is crucial for understanding how these terms shape and sustain the faith experience. Religious terminology plays a crucial role in the lived practice of faith, influencing everything from worship rituals to daily ethical behavior. While theoretical definitions of religious terms are essential for understanding doctrine, the practical application of these terms in religious life provides a richer context for their significance. The use of terminology in religious practice is often intertwined with cultural, social, and theological aspects that vary between religious traditions. Christianity: Terminology in Worship and Sacraments https://scientific-jl.com 1 3 6 45-son_3-to’plam_May -2025 ISSN:3030-3621 Ta'lim innovatsiyasi va integratsiyasi In Christianity, terms such as grace, salvation, and faith are not only theological constructs but also guide practical religious life. For example, the term grace refers to God’s unmerited favor and is foundational in Christian liturgy, particularly during the Eucharist or Communion. During this sacrament, the term grace encapsulates the theological belief that through the death and resurrection of Christ, believers are offered divine favor, which is experienced through the act of partaking in the bread and wine. Grace, therefore, is not just a concept to be discussed in theological settings but an experiential reality for believers during worship. Similarly, the term salvation goes beyond doctrinal discussion and is central to Christian practices, especially in liturgical settings. The Christian understanding of salvation involves a transformation that is lived out in daily life and expressed in acts of charity, repentance, and spiritual renewal. In Pentecostal and Evangelical traditions, the act of being "saved" is often dramatized in personal testimony, where individuals recount their experiences of spiritual awakening and the practical outworking of salvation in their lives. Furthermore, terms like faith and repentance shape Christian ethical practices. The concept of faith in Christian practice is not just intellectual assent but an active trust in God’s promises, seen in acts of worship, prayer, and charitable works. Repentance, derived from the Greek word metanoia, literally means a change of mind, and it influences Christian practices of confession, forgiveness, and reconciliation, central to the rituals of the Church, particularly in the sacrament of reconciliation or penance[32]. Islam: Terminology in Rituals and Daily Life In Islam, the terminology associated with key practices such as salat (prayer), sawm (fasting), and Zakat (charity) shapes the lived experiences of Muslims. The term Tawhid, which refers to the oneness of God, is foundational to every practice in Islam. The daily recitation of the Shahada (the declaration of faith) — "There is no god but God, and Muhammad is the Messenger of God" — reinforces this core belief. The way Tawhid is embedded in Islamic practice influences the ethical behaviors and decisions Muslims make in their daily lives. The term Zakat refers to the religious obligation to give alms to the poor, an act that goes beyond theoretical generosity and has practical implications for the social and economic structures wi