Set the scene.
Saydon translated the Bible into Maltese from its original languages. The undertaking occupied thirty years, and he also took responsibility for publication costs.
Here’s the twist.
In 1931 he became a university professor of Scripture, Hebrew and Biblical Greek. His language research and teaching supported one another.
Why it still matters.
He remained connected to Żurrieq and the farmers of Bengħajsa. Try translating one difficult sentence yourself: choosing an accurate, understandable word is already a small research task.
🧠 One to think about +
What does this story change about the way you see Malta today? Pick one detail you’d tell a friend — then check its source below.