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Definition hermeneutics in British English

hermeneutics noun

noun
1

the methodological principles of interpretation, for example of the Bible

Example

Knowing elements of Hebrew poetry is imperative in the hermeneutics of The Book of Psalms.

Definition hermeneutics in British English