Literary notes about Exegesis (AI summary)
In literature, the term "exegesis" is frequently employed to signify a rigorous, interpretative analysis of texts, especially religious scriptures. Scholars use it to denote both the systematic, literal interpretation of sacred passages and the broader, often more allegorical readings that aim to uncover deeper meanings [1], [2]. Sometimes, the term is also invoked critically to highlight interpretations that may be overly imaginative or even misleading, suggesting that an erroneous exegesis can have far-reaching consequences [3], [4]. Additionally, discussions about exegesis appear not only in theological commentary but also in broader literary criticism, where it represents a nuanced engagement with a text's language and context, ranging from methodical grammatical study to more esoteric, mystical approaches [5], [6].
- By the late A. B. Bruce , D.D., Professor of New Testament Exegesis, Free Church College, Glasgow.
— from A History of the Reformation (Vol. 1 of 2) by Thomas M. (Thomas Martin) Lindsay - MARTI ( KARL , Professor of Old Testament Exegesis, Bern).
— from Pharisaism, Its Aim and Its Method by R. Travers (Robert Travers) Herford - A false exegesis is sure to bring a nemesis on itself.
— from St. Paul's Epistles to the Colossians and Philemon by J. B. Lightfoot - For the rest, I need scarcely remark that the exegesis of Dr. Joel is false throughout.
— from Sidonia, the Sorceress : the Supposed Destroyer of the Whole Reigning Ducal House of Pomerania — Volume 2 by Wilhelm Meinhold - The first book is an introduction, dealing with the principles of grammar and exegesis.
— from A History of Sanskrit Literature by Arthur Anthony Macdonell - This prince of rationalists agreed with the mystics in adopting an esoteric exegesis.
— from Judaism by Israel Abrahams
