homiletics
UK: ˌhɒmɪˈlɛtɪks | US: ˌhɑːmɪˈlɛtɪks
n. The art or practice of preaching or writing sermons.
n. The study of the composition and delivery of religious discourses.
homiletics = homil<discourse> + etics<study of>
- homil <discourse>: From Greek homilia (conversation, discourse), derived from homilos (crowd, assembly). Originally referred to informal religious instruction.
- etics <study of>: From Greek -etikos (pertaining to), via Latin -etica, indicating a field of study or discipline.
Etymology Origin:
The word homiletics traces back to Greek homilia, reflecting early Christian traditions of communal teaching. Over time, it evolved from general "discourse" to specifically denote sermon preparation and delivery. The suffix -etics formalized it as a scholarly discipline, emphasizing structured religious oratory.
The seminary course on homiletics trains students to craft compelling sermons.
His mastery of homiletics made his preaching deeply impactful.
Modern homiletics incorporates multimedia tools for effective communication.
She published a groundbreaking paper on feminist approaches to homiletics.
The pastor’s homiletics workshop focused on connecting with diverse congregations.