From Literature of the Sacred to the Sanctity of Literature: A Study of Problems and Formation
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https://doi.org/10.35516/Hum.2026.8176Keywords:
Sacred literary, mythology, fantasy, proverbs, wisdom.Abstract
Objectives: This study examines the literary relationship between sacred and artistic texts, focusing on their mutual influence in form and content. A key goal is to explore the dynamics of impact and exchange between them.
Methods: The study employs a comparative approach, analyzing religious themes in Western literature and artistic elements in sacred texts. It examines selected Western poetry and draws from the Quran and Hadith.
Results: The study highlights that literary texts derive much of their eloquence from sacred texts and their mythical connotations, while sacred texts incorporate artistic structures in their narratives. It also reveals that sacred texts contain rich metaphorical and artistic elements that inspire literary imagination, particularly in Western literature.
Conclusion: The study recommends engaging with sacred texts not only for their religious significance but also for their literary qualities, which can enrich literary studies and open new research avenues.
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