First Translation of Quran in European Language
First translation Quran in any European language was made in Latin by Robert of Ketton in 1143 and it was printed in ___________.
Overview
The first translation of the Quran in any European language was made in Latin by Robert of Ketton in 1143, and it was printed in 1543.
Ketton's translation remained the standard Latin translation for four centuries, and it played a significant role in shaping European perceptions of Islam and the Quran.
Although this translation was not without its inaccuracies and limitations, it marked an important milestone in the dissemination of Islamic knowledge in the Western world.
The printing of the Quran in 1543 further facilitated its spread, allowing more people to access and engage with the text.
Explanation
Ketton's translation remained the standard Latin translation for four centuries.
It appeared in print for the first time in 1542/43 as the first printed Latin translation of the Qur'an.
