The term “emend” has been used significantly in literary scholarship to denote the careful revision or correction of texts. In early Christian literature, for example, scholars like Porphyry were noted for making emendations even in the works of revered figures like Plato ([1]). Similarly, in the context of Beowulf, emendation becomes a tool for textual clarity and fidelity; scholars have not only adjusted individual words—such as modifying a verb to better convey meaning ([2])—but have also refined entire lines to preserve the epic’s heroic narrative ([3]). Moreover, the process is often discussed among authorities who either read or emend manuscripts to reconcile variant readings ([4]). This history of emendation underscores its importance as a scholarly practice aimed at balancing respect for original texts with the need for precise, coherent interpretation.