Exegesis: meaning, definitions and examples

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exegesis

 

[ ˌɛksɪˈdʒiːsɪs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

religious studies

Critical explanation or interpretation of a text, especially of scripture.

Synonyms

commentary, explanation, interpretation

Examples of usage

  • The preacher delivered an exegesis of the Gospel during the sermon.
  • The scholars engaged in exegesis to uncover the layers of meaning in the ancient text.
Context #2 | Noun

literature

Critical explanation or analysis of a text, especially in literary studies.

Synonyms

analysis, commentary, interpretation

Examples of usage

  • The professor's exegesis of the novel shed new light on its themes and symbols.
  • Her exegesis of the poem highlighted the poet's use of imagery and metaphor.

Translations

Translations of the word "exegesis" in other languages:

🇵🇹 exegese

🇮🇳 व्याख्या

🇩🇪 Exegese

🇮🇩 ekségesis

🇺🇦 екзегеза

🇵🇱 egzegeza

🇯🇵 注釈

🇫🇷 exégèse

🇪🇸 exégesis

🇹🇷 tefsir

🇰🇷 해석

🇸🇦 تفسير

🇨🇿 exegeze

🇸🇰 exegéza

🇨🇳 诠释

🇸🇮 eksegeza

🇮🇸 útlegging

🇰🇿 түсіндіру

🇬🇪 ექსეგეზა

🇦🇿 eksegez

🇲🇽 exégesis

Etymology

The word 'exegesis' originates from the Greek word 'exēgēsis', meaning interpretation or explanation. It has been used in religious and academic contexts to refer to the critical interpretation of texts for centuries. The practice of exegesis dates back to ancient times when scholars and religious leaders sought to uncover the deeper meanings of sacred texts. Today, exegesis is an essential tool in the fields of theology, literature, and academia, helping to illuminate the complexities of written works.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,097, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.