👉 The term "hermeneutical" in the context of philosophy, particularly in the study of religion and the interpretation of religious texts, refers to an understanding or analysis that involves a critical examination of the text for its meaning, as well as its historical, social, and cultural contexts. This can involve analyzing the text's language, its themes, its motifs, and how it relates to broader philosophical, theological, and sociocultural issues. Hermeneutics is often used in religious