Translation Process  

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Translation Process

To ensure the quality of its translations, Nitartha Institute follows these procedures:

Step One

A draft translation is prepared in close collaboration with Tibetan scholars

Step Two

This draft is taught and studied at Nitartha Institute. This includes:

• Transmission of the oral teachings
• Study, discussion, and debate by the students
• Analytical meditation on passages from the texts
• Development of study aids (charts, outlines, and debate materials)
• Clarification of difficult points and/or errors in the first draft

Step Three

The translation is finalized after:

• Checking and editing
• Further consultation with Tibetan scholars
• Review by other translators
• Formatting and design completed

Step Four

The translation is published.

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