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    exegesis
    /ˌɛksɪˈdʒiːsɪs/

    noun

    • 1. critical explanation or interpretation of a text, especially of scripture: "the task of biblical exegesis"

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  2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › ExegesisExegesis - Wikipedia

    Exegesis ( / ˌɛksɪˈdʒiːsɪs / EK-sih-JEE-sis; from the Greek ἐξήγησις, from ἐξηγεῖσθαι, "to lead out") is a critical explanation or interpretation of a text. The term is traditionally applied to the interpretation of Biblical works.

  3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › exegesisExegesis Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of EXEGESIS is exposition, explanation; especially : an explanation or critical interpretation of a text. How to use exegesis in a sentence. Did you know?

  4. www.logos.com › grow › what-is-exegesis-and-why-is-it-importantWhat Is Exegesis & Why Is It Important? Plus, How to Start

    Mar 9, 2023 · Exegesis definition: Exegesis is “the process of careful analytical study of the Bible to produce useful interpretations of those passages.” 1 The word “exegesis” comes from the Greek term ἐξηγέομαι ( exegeomai ), which means “to explain” or “to narrate” or “to show the way”)

  5. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishEXEGESIS | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    EXEGESIS definition: 1. an explanation of a text, especially from the Bible, after its careful study 2. an explanation…. Learn more.

  6. www.britannica.com › topic › exegesisExegesis | Definition, History, Criticisms, & Facts | Britannica

    Jun 11, 2024 · Exegesis, the critical interpretation of the biblical text to discover its intended meaning. Both Jews and Christians have used various exegetical methods throughout their history. A given text may yield a number of very different interpretations according to the exegetical techniques applied to it.

  7. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishexegesis noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

    Definition of exegesis noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

  8. www.dictionary.com › browse › exegesisEXEGESIS Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    Exegesis definition: critical explanation or interpretation of a text or portion of a text, especially of the Bible.. See examples of EXEGESIS used in a sentence.

  9. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishEXEGESIS definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    An exegesis is an explanation and interpretation of a piece of writing, especially a religious piece of writing, after very careful study. [formal] ...the kind of academic exegesis at which Isaacs excels. ...a substantial exegesis of his work. [ + of] Synonyms: explanation, interpretation, clarification, exposition More Synonyms of exegesis.

  10. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › exegesisExegesis - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

    If your teacher gives an explanation of a difficult text you are reading, she is giving you an exegesis on it. An exegesis is a critical look at a text. Exegesis comes from the Greek word for interpret and it's often used in connection with the Bible.

  11. www.ldoceonline.com › dictionary › exegesisexegesis | meaning of exegesis in Longman Dictionary of...

    exegesis meaning, definition, what is exegesis: a detailed explanation of a piece of wri...: Learn more.