Introduction to Biblical Hermeneutics

Biblical hermeneutics is the study of the principles of interpretation concerning the books of the Bible. Bible contains all forms of literary style. Hence they should be interpreted carefully. 7 rules of Rabbi Hillel and 13 rules of Rabbi Ishmael 32 rules of Rabbi Eliezer Ben Jose Hagelili are only well known LIEZER BEN JOSE HAGELILI. Generally there are four levels given by PaRDeS •Peshat (צְָּשָׁט) - plain (simple) or the direct meaning. •Remez (רֶֶמֶז) - hints or the deep (allegoric: hidden or symbolic) meaning beyond just the literal sense. •Derash (דְַּרַשׁ) - from Hebrew darash: inquire (seek) - the comparative (midrashic) meaning as given through similar occurrences. Sod (סבֿד) (pronounced with a long O as in 'bone') - secret (mystery) or the esoteric/mystical meaning as given through inspiration or revelation. To be true to the word we need to interpret the Word faithfully. Here are the rules.