The present study proposes to analyze some potentialities in the translation of the pāli canon, the language of the Theravāda Buddhist writings. In order to do this, Skare uses the concept of pure language (reine Sprache) as formulated by Benjamin. After this, he proceeds to a reading of the concept under the light of Buddhist doctrine. Thus, a revelation without creator is defended, which brings the readers to the idea of pure language as a karmic parameter. In this discussion, translating is pointed as a practice. In the conclusion, some verses from the Dhammapada are translated and discussed, and some possible objections are responded to.