Hebraica veritas versus Septuaginta auctoritatem

Set in the late fourth century, this work explores the intellectual clash between Jerome and Augustine regarding biblical translation. Jerome's decision to translate the Old Testament from Hebrew manuscripts sparked a debate with Augustine, who upheld the Greek Septuagint as the authoritative source. Their conflict highlights two enduring principles: the significance of the original text versus the established authority of the church's received texts. This tension has shaped the interpretation and reception of biblical texts throughout history.