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exegetes

 

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Noun exegete has 1 sense
  1. exegete - a person skilled in exegesis (especially of religious texts)
    --1 is a kind of
    expert

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Exegetes

Definition: Exegetes refers to individuals who specialize in the interpretation and analysis of religious texts, typically those who deeply study and explain the meanings and teachings found within sacred scriptures.

Sense 1 (Noun): An exegete is a scholar or theologian who critically analyzes and expounds on the scriptures of a particular religion.

Example sentence: The renowned biblical exegete meticulously unraveled the hidden symbolism in the ancient Hebrew texts.

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Sense 2 (Noun): In a more general sense, exegetes can also refer to individuals who interpret and explain any complex written material or literary work.

Example sentence: The literary exegete uncovered the multiple layers of symbolism embedded within the poet's enigmatic verses.

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Sense 3 (Verb): As a verb, exegetes denotes the act of critically analyzing and interpreting religious texts or other complex written works.

Example sentence: The professor urged his students to exegete the philosophical treatise, encouraging them to delve deep into its intricate arguments.

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