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A Study of Rhetorical Interpretation in the Theory of Symmetrical Order in the Structure of Surah Al-Imran
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Alireza Fazeli *1   , Mohamadhadi Mansouri2 , Mohammaf ali Majd2 |
1- University of Islamic Education, Qom, Iran , fazeli.alireza14@gmail.com
2- Assistant Professor, Qur'an and Hadith Studies, University of Islamic Education, Qom, Iran, |
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Abstract: (1232 Views) |
One of the modern approaches in the field of understanding and interpreting the Quran is the study of the order structures of the Holy Quran using modern methods. Among them, research based on "symmetrical order" has found a special place. This article, using a descriptive-analytical method, examines the approach of "Raymond Farrin" - a contemporary Quran scholar - in analyzing the rhetorical interpretation of Surah Al-Imran. In this regard, the concept of symmetrical order is first introduced, and then Farrin's view on the structure of this surah is expressed, criticized, and examined. Raymond Farrin divided Surah Al-Imran into seven parts and established a connection between the different parts based on a circular structure or a ring composition, and presented a general and comprehensive model of the connection between the components of the surah. However, his view on the structural analysis of Surah Al-Imran faces criticisms: first, his proposed model is too brief and should have paid attention to more diverse details. Second, the lack of explanation of the principles of division of sections; third, the inadequacy of the evidence provided to prove the symmetry in sections C and C′; fourth, the neglect of mentioning some verbal and content symmetries in sections A and A′; and finally, the focus solely on the cyclic and thematic composition and the disregard of the linear, lexical composition and the role of word repetition, which are very effective in understanding the thematic composition of the surah. Nevertheless, Farrin emphasizes the preservation of the existing order of the verses and surahs of the Holy Quran.
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Article number: 7 |
| Keywords: Surah Al-Imran, rhetorical interpretation, Raymond Farrin, reverse order, cyclic composition, art of the reverse. |
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Type of Study: Research |
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Received: 2024/02/8 | Accepted: 2024/12/14 | Published: 2026/01/4
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