Die Quellenausgabe



Example: Die Quellenausgabe des Manuskripts enthält kritische Anmerkungen.

Definition


"Die Quellenausgabe" refers to an edition or publication of historical documents or manuscripts that presents original sources, often including critical annotations or commentary to aid in understanding the context and authenticity of the material.

Translations


  • the source edition
  • la edición de la fuente
  • de bronuitgave
  • l'edició de la font
  • la source imprimée

Etymology


The term "die Quellenausgabe" combines German words "Quelle" meaning 'source' and "Ausgabe" meaning 'edition' or 'issue.' It literally means 'source edition,' emphasizing its role in providing primary historical documents for study. Did you know that "Quelle" originally comes from Old High German 'quella,' meaning a spring or well, metaphorically linking to the origin of information?

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