Meaning & use
exegete
A person who interprets and explains a text critically, especially religious scripture.
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The seminary trained exegetes to analyze the original Greek of the New Testament.
A skilled exegete considers historical context before explaining a passage's meaning.
A note on using this word
Exegete is closely tied to 'exegesis,' the careful, scholarly interpretation of a written text.
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