Exegesis (noun)

1. A critical explanation or interpretation of a text, especially a religious or philosophical text.
2. The systematic study and explanation of the meaning of a text, especially the Bible.

Origin:

From ancient greek ἐξήγησις (exēgēsis, "explanation"), from ἐξηγεῖσθαι (exēgeisthai, "to explain"), from ἐξ (ex, "out") + ἑγεῖσθαι (hegeisthai, "to lead").

Examples:

1. The exegesis of the biblical text was a major part of the religious education.
2. The exegesis provided insight into the cultural and historical context of the text.
3. The exegesis was a way to understand the deeper meanings of the scriptural passages.
4. The exegesis was a method of interpreting the text in light of its original intent and context.
5. The exegesis was a critical examination of the text that aimed to uncover its true meaning.