... . Apart from the linguistic facility which translations and translators provide, the great works of literature, translated into several languages, allows people to imbibe the unique cultural traditions of others, which aids in a better understanding and function of today's multicultural society. According to Edith Grossman, "The free essential exchange of literary ideas, insights and intuitions "a basic reciprocity of thought facilitated and enhanced ... human relations. The importance of learning about people from different cultures and racial backgrounds has been considered vital fo...

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... a growing weariness of the Middle Ages with its restrictive outlook and uninspiring views, the flood of classical knowledge, ideas and manuscripts brought along a sense of excitement for new knowledge, an air of scholarliness and an increase in the knowledge base in terms of depth and variety, catalysing the shift away from Gnosticism. This brought about an increase in self-confidence for ... ...

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