أثر أسلوب الالتفات في تعزيز فهم المعاني الكامنة في النص القرآني؛ دراسة تحليلية بلاغية عن قضية الخشية في سورة الملك

The effect of the technique of "iltiṭāf" (shifts in address) in enhancing the understanding of the implicit meanings in the Quranic text: A rhetorical analytical study on the issue of reverence in Surah Al-Mulk

Authors

  • Wan Azura Wan Ahmad Faculty of Major Language Studies, Islamic Science University of Malaysia
  • Ahmad Fazullah Mohd Zainal Abidin Centre for Modern Languages, Universiti Malaysia Pahang Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA)
  • Yuslina Mohamed Faculty of Major Language Studies, Islamic Science University of Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.33102/alazkiyaa145

Keywords:

iltifat, Surah Al-Mulk, fear, attention

Abstract

Iltifat is one of the prominent rhetorical techniques in the Quran, used to shift attention from one topic to another in a surprising and impactful manner. This research aims to analyze the role of iltifat in Quranic interpretation, focusing on the issue of fear (khushya). The research problem lies in the lack of in-depth studies on technique of iltifat in the Quran, especially in the context of fear. The research adopts an analytical rhetorical approach, analyzing Quranic texts that contain the technique of iltiṭāf  in Surah Al-Mulk, and interpreting them in the context of fear. The study is limited to Quranic texts that contain iltifat related to the issue of fear. The research concludes that technique of iltifat in the Quran plays a significant role in enhancing the concept of fear. By shifting attention suddenly, the Quran can capture the reader's attention and direct it towards contemplating the greatness of Allah and fearing Him, thereby enhancing religious understanding and encouraging the reader to reflect on Allah's verses.

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Published

30-04-2025

How to Cite

Wan Ahmad, W. A., Mohd Zainal Abidin, A. F., & Mohamed, Y. (2025). أثر أسلوب الالتفات في تعزيز فهم المعاني الكامنة في النص القرآني؛ دراسة تحليلية بلاغية عن قضية الخشية في سورة الملك: The effect of the technique of "iltiṭāf" (shifts in address) in enhancing the understanding of the implicit meanings in the Quranic text: A rhetorical analytical study on the issue of reverence in Surah Al-Mulk. Al-Azkiyaa - International Journal of Language and Education, 4(1), 78–95. https://doi.org/10.33102/alazkiyaa145

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