exegesis

Meanings

• noun

  A critical explanation or interpretation of a text, especially a religious one.

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exegeses , exegesis

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Etymology

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From Greek exēgēsis, from exēgēzein, to lead out of, explain, interpret.

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1. The term 'exegesis' comes from the Greek word exēgēsis, which means 'to lead out of'.

2. Exegesis has been used in various religious traditions, including Christianity, Judaism, and Islam.

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1. hermeneutics: The theory and methodology of interpreting and understanding texts, especially religious texts. Exegesis is a practical application of hermeneutics.

2. exegete: Someone who interprets or explains a text, especially a religious one.

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In religious contexts, exegesis is used to understand the meaning of sacred texts, such as the Bible or the Quran. Exegesis can involve various methods, including historical-critical analysis, literary analysis, and theological interpretation.

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   - Imagine a scholar sitting at a desk, poring over a sacred text with a magnifying glass and a stack of reference books. Visualize the process of interpretation and analysis, step by step.

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'EXEGESIS' to remember the meaning: 'Explanation of God's Explicit and Detailed Instructions to Society'.

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