CultureAugust 30, 2026
exegetical
ek-si-JEH-ti-kul
Definition
Relating to or involving the critical explanation and interpretation of a text, especially scripture or complex theoretical works.
Etymology
Derived from the Greek word 'exēgētikos', meaning 'relating to explanation or interpretation', which comes from 'exēgeisthai', meaning 'to lead out' or 'to interpret'.
In the news
The author uses this term to describe his scholarly work of critically analyzing and interpreting the key writings of the 'English School' and other complex philosophical texts.
Interview – Hidemi Suganami
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