Term

Literal Hermeneutic

A method of biblical interpretation focusing on the plain meaning by considering grammar, word meanings, and historical-cultural context.

Filed underHermeneutics

Definition

A method of interpreting Scripture that focuses on the 'plain meaning' of Scripture by considering grammatical structures, word meanings, and the historical-cultural context of the text.

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Last revised August 14, 2026