ATLAS OF LANGUAGE

AT-W3-0314 · ATLAS 251

Hermeneutics

The theory and practice of interpreting texts, utterances, and testimonies.

Explanation

The theory and practice of interpreting texts, utterances, and evidence. The term reveals not only a form but also the thought process that arises from its use.

Example

A sentence takes on a different meaning within the context of the entire poem than it does in isolation.

Counterexample

Mere word counting

Distinction

Perspective

Effect on thought and perception

Raises awareness of an otherwise easily overlooked relationship between linguistic form, expectation, and interpretation.

Resonance

Meaning appears as a relationship: it arises, shifts, or changes direction.

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Reich, Michael (Hrsg./ed.): „Hermeneutics“. Atlas der Sprache, AT-W3-0314. ATLAS 251, data model 1.6.0. https://atlasoflanguage.com/concept/AT-W3-0314

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