Definitions for hermeneutics
ˌhɜr məˈnu tɪks, -ˈnyu-hermeneu·tics

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1. hermeneuticsnoun

   the branch of theology that deals with principles of exegesis

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1. hermeneuticsnoun

   The study or theory of the methodical interpretation of text, especially holy texts.

2. Etymology: From the ἐρμηνεύς, from ἑρμηνεύω, from unknown origin. The term was introduced c.360 BC by Aristotle in his text Περὶ Ἑρμηνείας. It is often suggested that the Greek word root is etymologically related to the name of the Greek mythological deity Hermes, but cognate to a corrupted composite borrowing from Hebrew Har [ha]Emet (Emes) referring to the Biblical Mount Sinai where Moses interpreted the Jewish Law (known as haEmes) to the people.

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1. hermeneutics

   Hermeneutics is the theory and methodology of interpretation, particularly the interpretation of biblical texts, wisdom literature, and philosophical texts. It also applies to the study of non-written sources, such as oral traditions, music, images, and symbols. The principles of hermeneutics involve delving deep into the meaning and understanding of a text's historical and cultural context.

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1. Hermeneuticsnoun

   the science of interpretation and explanation; exegesis; esp., that branch of theology which defines the laws whereby the meaning of the Scriptures is to be ascertained

2. Etymology: [Gr. (sc. ).]

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1. Hermeneutics

   Hermeneutics is the theory of text interpretation, especially the interpretation of Biblical texts, wisdom literature, and philosophical texts. The terms hermeneutics and exegesis are sometimes used interchangeably. Hermeneutics is a wider discipline that includes written, verbal, and nonverbal communication. Exegesis focuses primarily upon texts. Hermeneutic as a singular noun refers to a single particular method or strand of interpretation. Modern hermeneutics includes both verbal and nonverbal communication as well as presuppositions, preunderstandings, and semiotics. Hermeneutic consistency refers to the analysis of texts to achieve a coherent explanation of them. Philosophical hermeneutics refers primarily to the theory of knowledge initiated by Martin Heidegger and developed by Hans-Georg Gadamer in his work Truth and Method. It sometimes refers to the theories of Paul Ricoeur.

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1. • Theology

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of hermeneutics in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of hermeneutics in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=hermeneutics
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Hermeneutics
3. ^ ChatGPT
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4. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hermeneutics
5. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=hermeneutics
6. ^ Usage in printed sources
   https://books.google.com/ngrams/graph?content=hermeneutics