Arabic Language Style and Qur’anic Exegesis in Narrative Style: A Stylistic Analysis of the Stories of Prophet Isa ‘Alaihissalam
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https://doi.org/10.15408/bat.v31i2.44807Keywords:
Arabic Language Style, Arabic Stylistic, Al-Qur'an, Nabi Isa Narrative StoriesAbstract
Purpose
This article delves into examine the stylistic and linguistic features in the Qur’anic narrative of Prophet Isa and his mother, Maryam, as presented across various surahs. By analyzing lexical choices, tonal variations, and structural patterns, this research seeks to identify the role of these stylistic elements in conveying meaning and enhancing rhetorical impact. Employing a qualitative descriptive approach, this study integrates linguistic analysis with textual interpretation to provide a systematic understanding of the stylistic structures within the Qur’anic discourse.
Method
This study employs a qualitative descriptive approach to analyze the stylistic and linguistic features of the Qur’anic narrative concerning Prophet Isa and his mother, Maryam. The research is designed as a stylistic analysis, focusing on lexical choices, tonal variations, and structural patterns within the selected Qur’anic verses.
Results/findings
The findings highlight that the story of Prophet Isa utilizies different language styles, namely: (1) in terms of word choice, there are formal, informal, and conversational styles; (2) regarding tone, formal, informal, and conversational styles are present; (3) in terms of sentence structure, climax, anticlimax, and repetition styles are identified.
Conclusion
The linguistic style in the Qur’anic narrative of Prophet Isa and Maryam reflects a profound use of lexical choices, tonal variations, and structural patterns that enhance its rhetorical impact. This research suggests further exploration of other Qur’anic narratives to identify broader stylistic trends and their communicative effects. Additionally, integrating stylistic analysis with Qur’anic exegesis (tafsir) may provide deeper insights into the interplay between language and meaning. Such an approach would contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of the Qur’an’s linguistic and rhetorical uniqueness.
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