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hermeneutics vs. exegesis

[hur-muh-noo-tiks, -nyoo-] / ˌhɜr məˈnu tɪks, -ˈnyu- /

noun

(used with a singular verb)
  1. the science of interpretation, especially of the Scriptures.

  2. the branch of theology that deals with the principles of Biblical exegesis.

[ek-si-jee-sis] / ˌɛk sɪˈdʒi sɪs /

noun

plural

exegeses
  1. critical explanation or interpretation of a text or portion of a text, especially of the Bible.