Interpretacijos

Interpretacijos is the Lithuanian plural form of interpretacija, referring to acts of explaining or deriving meaning from signs, texts, or phenomena. Meanings can be descriptive (what something means) or normative (what it ought to mean), and they depend on context, purpose, and perspective.

In language and literature, interpretation involves analyzing texts, signs, and cultural artifacts to reveal meaning, intention, and structure. Approaches include close reading, hermeneutic methods, and reader-response theories that emphasize the active role of the observer.

In philosophy, hermeneutics treats interpretation as a fundamental human activity, highlighting the influence of history, language, and tradition on understanding. Thinkers such as Hans-Georg Gadamer and Paul Ricoeur argue that meaning emerges through dialogue between text and interpreter.

In law, interpretation concerns determining the meaning of statutes, contracts, and legal texts. Methods include literal, grammatical, systematic, and purposive interpretation, with outcomes that shape rights, obligations, and judicial decisions.

In science and data analysis, interpretation refers to drawing conclusions from observations, experiments, or models. It involves evaluating uncertainty, statistical significance, and the limitations of methods, ensuring that conclusions are supported by evidence and context.

In culture and social sciences, interpretations of events, practices, or artifacts vary between communities and disciplines. Debates focus on objectivity, bias, and the influence of theoretical frameworks on meaning and understanding.