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exegesis

noun

/ˌɛksəˈdʒiːsɪs/

Meaning

A critical explanation or interpretation of a text, especially a religious scripture.

The professor gave a detailed exegesis of the biblical passage.

interpretation, analysis, commentary, elucidation, explanation

misinterpretation, distortion

biblical exegesis, literary exegesis, detailed exegesis, critical exegesis

a strong desire for something

a clear liquid without color, smell, or taste that is essential for life

Creativity or innovative skill in finding new and clever solutions to problems.

A simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson.

a sudden quick movement toward something; a period of great activity or demand; hurry

a person who commits a harmful, illegal, or immoral act