The Self-Call in Quranic Expression (A Study in Structure and Significance)

Abstract

Objectives: This study aims to explore the phenomenon of self-address in the Quran from grammatical and rhetorical perspectives. It seeks to understand the structure, significance, and emotional expressions within these self-addresses, distinguishing them from traditional forms of external interaction discourse.

Methods: The study is divided into two main sections. The first section focuses on the structure of self-address in Arabic linguistics, analyzing the grammatical elements and communicative purposes of self-addresses in general. The second section delves into a detailed examination of self-addresses within the Quran, exploring their linguistic intricacies and the psychological states they convey, such as regret, sorrow, joy, or astonishment.

Results: The analyses reveal that self-addresses in the Quran function as reflective tools to express deep emotional and psychological states. These self-addresses highlight moments of contemplation, personal realization, or profound divine connection, reflecting the individual's inner dialogue. The study highlights various emotional expressions, including regret, sorrow, and astonishment, conveyed through these unique grammatical structures.

Conclusions: This study contributes to the fields of Arabic linguistics and Quranic studies by providing a precise understanding of self-addresses. It emphasizes the rich linguistic and rhetorical depth of the Quran, demonstrating how these self-addresses depict the speaker's emotional and psychological complexities. The findings suggest that self-addresses are a powerful expressive means within the Quran, enhancing our appreciation of its linguistic development and emotional resonance.