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her•me•neu•tics n. (used with a sing. v.)

the science of interpretation, esp. of the Scriptures.
Biblethe branch of theology that deals with the principles of Biblical exegesis.

see hermeneutic, -ics 1730–40

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hermeneutics /ˌhɜːmɪˈnjuːtɪks/ n (functioning as singular)

the science of interpretation, esp of Scripture
the branch of theology that deals with the principles and methodology of exegesis
- the study and interpretation of human behaviour and social institutions
- (in existentialist thought) discussion of the purpose of life

Etymology: 18th Century: from Greek hermēneutikos expert in interpretation, from hermēneuein to interpret, from hermēneus interpreter, of uncertain origin

'hermeneutics' also found in these entries (note: many are not synonyms or translations):

hermeneutic - Beth Hillel - Beth Shammai - Shammai

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