hermeneutics
the science of interpretation, especially of the Scriptures.
the branch of theology that deals with the principles of Biblical exegesis.
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How to use hermeneutics in a sentence
It is no longer a question of hermeneutics, no longer a struggle between abstruse dogmas of rival churches.
The Idea of God as Affected by Modern Knowledge | John FiskeLogic Proper: The criteria of truth; species of knowledge, and general rules of criticism and hermeneutics.
Loyola and the Educational System of the Jesuits | Thomas HughesThe term hermeneutics (Greek, hermeneuo, to interpret) is commonly employed to denote the principles of scriptural interpretation.
Companion to the Bible | E. P. Barrowshermeneutics is, therefore, the science of interpretation; Exegesis, the application of this science to the word of God.
Companion to the Bible | E. P. BarrowsSuch a right he could never have derived from humanity, or philosophy, or hermeneutics.
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British Dictionary definitions for hermeneutics
/ (ˌhɜːmɪˈnjuːtɪks) /
the science of interpretation, esp of Scripture
the branch of theology that deals with the principles and methodology of exegesis
philosophy
the study and interpretation of human behaviour and social institutions
(in existentialist thought) discussion of the purpose of life
Origin of hermeneutics
1Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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