BRIEF EXPLANATION OF THE JAPANESE TRANSLATIONS OF THE NAMES "RAHMAN" AND "RAHIM"
Abstract
In translation, carefully selecting the right words and conveying their meanings accurately is a very complex and attentive task. This is especially true in the religious domain. When translating various words and terms unique to different religions and cultures into another language, additional explanations are certainly necessary to reveal the hidden meanings. In this article, we will examine and analyze the translations of Allah's names "Rahman" and "Rahim" into Japanese.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Translation Studies and Practices
Qur’anic Interpretation Studies
Islamic Thought and Society Studies
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Journal of Applied Science and Social Science
- Publication date
- 8 March 2026
- Language
- EN