What Is Textual Exegesis

Exegesis (/ˌɛksɪˈdʒiːsɪs/; from the Greek ἐξήγησις from ἐξηγεῖσθαι, “to lead out”) is a critical explanation or interpretation of a text. Traditionally, the term was used primarily for work with religious texts, especially the Bible.

What are the 4 modes of exegesis?

In the history of biblical interpretation, four major types of hermeneutics have emerged: the literal, moral, allegorical, and anagogical.

What does exegesis mean?

exegesis \ek-suh-JEE-sis\ noun. : exposition, explanation; especially : an explanation or critical interpretation of a text.

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