Learned a great new word today. I think it's a word highly relevant to scripture study, scripture reading, and any search for truth. The Word is: Eisegesis
Eisegesis (from Greek εἰς "into") is the process of interpreting a text or portion of text in such a way that it introduces one's own presuppositions, agendas, and/or biases into and onto the text.
The act is often used to "prove" a pre-held point of concern to the reader and to provide him or her with confirmation bias in accordance with his or her pre-held agenda.
Eisegesis is best understood when contrasted with exegesis. While exegesis draws out the meaning from a text in accordance with the context and discover-able meaning of its author,eisegesis occurs when a reader imposes his or her interpretation into and onto the text.
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