hermeneutics
Pronunciation
Noun
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Quick answer
The theory and methods used for interpreting texts, especially religious or literary ones.
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Which word fits the gap? "Biblical _____ looks at how different traditions have interpreted the same passages over centuries."
Answer: hermeneutics
In your own words, what does "hermeneutics" mean?
The theory and methods used for interpreting texts, especially religious or literary ones.
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