Our New Old Friend: Can Latin Become the Common Legal Language Again in Europe? Cover Image

Our New Old Friend: Can Latin Become the Common Legal Language Again in Europe?
Our New Old Friend: Can Latin Become the Common Legal Language Again in Europe?

Author(s): Ferenc Norbert Sipos
Subject(s): Language and Literature Studies, Law, Constitution, Jurisprudence
Published by: Partiumi Keresztény Egyetem
Keywords: Latin; history; common legal language; linguistic unity

Summary/Abstract: This article explores the viability of adopting Latin as a common language for Europe, with a specific focus on the challenges it poses for legal translation in Central Europe. By analyzing the historical context, linguistic dynamics, advantages, and challenges, the article aims to contribute to the ongoing discourse on European linguistic unity and legal harmonization.

  • Issue Year: 2023
  • Issue No: 2
  • Page Range: 85-89
  • Page Count: 5
  • Language: English
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