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Hermeneutics: A Very Short Introduction
Jens Zimmermann
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Description for Hermeneutics: A Very Short Introduction
Paperback. This Very Short Introduction to hermeneutics demonstrates the central role of interpretation in our daily lives. By considering the historic developments in hermeneutic theory as well as its contemporary relevance, Zimmermann explains how humans continue to draw knowledge from the world around them. Series: Very Short Introductions. Num Pages: 176 pages, 10 black and white halftones and line drawings. BIC Classification: HPK. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 113 x 174 x 10. Weight in Grams: 136.
Hermeneutics is the branch of knowledge that deals with interpretation, a behaviour that is intrinsic to our daily lives. As humans, we decipher the meaning of newspaper articles, books, legal matters, religious texts, political speeches, emails, and even dinner conversations every day . But how is knowledge mediated through these forms? What constitutes the process of interpretation? And how do we draw meaning from the world around us so that we might understand our position in it? In this Very Short Introduction Jens Zimmermann traces the history of hermeneutic theory, setting out its key elements, ... Read more
Hermeneutics is the branch of knowledge that deals with interpretation, a behaviour that is intrinsic to our daily lives. As humans, we decipher the meaning of newspaper articles, books, legal matters, religious texts, political speeches, emails, and even dinner conversations every day . But how is knowledge mediated through these forms? What constitutes the process of interpretation? And how do we draw meaning from the world around us so that we might understand our position in it? In this Very Short Introduction Jens Zimmermann traces the history of hermeneutic theory, setting out its key elements, ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Series
Very Short Introductions
Condition
New
Number of Pages
176
Place of Publication
Oxford, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780199685356
SKU
V9780199685356
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About Jens Zimmermann
Jens Zimmermann is Professor of Humanities and Canada Research Chair for Interpretation, Religion and Culture at Trinity Western University, Canada. As well as speaking on the importance of hermeneutics and religion to lay audiences and graduate students, he has published books on theological hermeneutics in both English and German and has written articles on hermeneutics in academic journals. He is ... Read more
Reviews for Hermeneutics: A Very Short Introduction
The Introduction clearly points to the major issues involved in hermeneutics. Jens Zimmermann writes excellently for a wide audience and the references to texting and to digital worlds gives it a contemporary feel.
Graham Ward, Regius Professor of Divinity, Christ Church Oxford, Director of Graduate Studies New York
An excellent introduction to that most characteristic of human activities, ... Read more
Graham Ward, Regius Professor of Divinity, Christ Church Oxford, Director of Graduate Studies New York
An excellent introduction to that most characteristic of human activities, ... Read more