Etymology Hermeneutics



hermes, messenger of gods.


folk etymology places origin hermes, mythological greek deity messenger of gods . besides being mediator between gods , between gods , men, led souls underworld upon death.


hermes considered inventor of language , speech, interpreter, liar, thief , trickster. these multiple roles made hermes ideal representative figure hermeneutics. socrates noted, words have power reveal or conceal , can deliver messages in ambiguous way. greek view of language consisting of signs lead truth or falsehood essence of hermes, said relish uneasiness of received messages delivered.








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