Exegesis vs. Hermeneutics

Exegesisnoun

An exposition or explanation of a text, especially a religious one.

Exegesisnoun

Exposition; explanation; especially, a critical explanation of a text or portion of Scripture.

Exegesisnoun

The process of finding the roots of an equation.

Exegesisnoun

an explanation or critical interpretation (especially of the Bible)

Hermeneuticsnoun

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

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.

Hermeneuticsnoun

the branch of theology that deals with principles of exegesis

Hermeneutics

Hermeneutics () is the theory and methodology of interpretation, especially the interpretation of biblical texts, wisdom literature, and philosophical texts. Hermeneutics is more than interpretative principles or methods used when immediate comprehension fails and includes the art of understanding and communication.Modern hermeneutics includes both verbal and non-verbal communication as well as semiotics, presuppositions, and pre-understandings.