How translation plays a big role in world brotherhood, know the history of this special day

International Translation Day 2024: 'International Translation Day' is celebrated every year on 30 September all over the world. In present times, translation has become an important part of all our lives. Through translation we can understand and know the language, culture, customs etc. of any country.

According to the information received, International Translation Day is an opportunity to pay respect to the work of language professionals. Which plays an important role in bringing nations together, facilitating dialogue, understanding and cooperation, contributing to development and strengthening world peace and security. In such a situation, today on the occasion of this day, let us know about the important information related to this –

What is the significance of International Translation Day?

According to experts, on 24 May 2017, the United Nations General Assembly had announced to celebrate 30 September as International Translation Day, along with this resolution was also passed. The significance of International Translation Day is to recognize and appreciate the role of professional translation in connecting nations with each other.

This special day is celebrated to show solidarity for the translation community across the world. This is an effort to promote the translation profession in different countries and not necessarily limited to Christian countries only. Today, in the era of progressive globalization, translation has become an essential need for all countries around the world.

When did this day begin

According to experts, 'International Translation Day' is celebrated every year on 30 September to commemorate the death anniversary of St. Jerome. Saint Jerome was a translator of the Bible, also known as the patron saint of translators.

International Translation Day was started in the year 1991 by the International Federation of Translators (FIT) to show solidarity of the translation community around the world. FIT was established in the year 1953. In 1991, FIT began celebrating International Translation Day to recognize and honor the translation community throughout the world.