The Vulgate

The Vulgate is a Latin translation of the Bible, completed in the late 4th century by St. Jerome. It became the standard Latin version used by the Catholic Church for centuries. The Vulgate consolidates earlier translations and Hebrew and Greek texts into a single, authoritative text. Its name means “common” or “everyday” language, reflecting its role in making Scripture accessible to Latin-speaking people. The Vulgate influenced Christian theology, liturgy, and art, and remains a foundational text in biblical studies and Catholic tradition today.