Year: 2021
Type: article
Abstract: This article is written to inspire researchers to use hermeneutics as a qualitative research theoretical framework. Given the extensive scope inherent to this subject matter, it was decided to delimit the discussion to the fundamental information one may seek to know about hermeneutics. Though introductory in nature, it is still hoped that the readers may be able to gain meaningful insights which may serve as a catalyst for understanding this topic. The article has four phases. Phase one traces its historical dimension and presents its varied definitions. Phase two is focused on the four philosophical orientations. Phase three enumerates its contributors and their respective contributions. Phase four elaborates the steps researchers need to undertake when using this framework. This article may be of interest to all academics especially the neophytes who are interested in utilizing hermeneutics either as a method or methodology of a philosophical cum scientific endeavor being undertaken.
Author: Mariano D. Gillo
Institution: Eastern Visayas State University
Language: English
Subfield: Philosophy
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W3194886237