Most Prominent Works on Literary Interpretation of the Holy Quran
The art of literary interpretation is characterized by its demonstration of the Quran’s semantic precision and rhetorical miracles. In this article, we will highlight some of the most notable works in this field, while noting that many interpreters have emphasized the Quran’s rhetorical miracles woven throughout their commentaries—especially those that show a keen focus on the linguistic aspects of the Quran.
Indications of Miraculousness
In his book “Indications of Miraculousness,” Abdul Qahir al-Jurjani aimed to establish a new branch of knowledge that would expand upon the foundations laid by previous scholars who wrote on rhetoric and the miraculous nature of the Quran. He meticulously sought to clarify each concept with his exceptional skill, intellect, and persuasive arguments, highlighting the beauty of the Quran’s expression and the points of its rhetorical excellence in comparison with poetry, thereby showcasing its superiority over the eloquence of the most articulate Arab discourse in various rhetorical domains anchored in foundational principles.
The Literary Interpretation of the Holy Quran
In this well-crafted work by the talented writer Aisha bint Abdul Rahman, known as “Bint al-Shati,” the author endeavors to demonstrate through Quranic evidence that any Arab wishing to appreciate the beauty and elegance of the Arabic language should turn to the Quran first. It stands as the most significant work in the Arabic language and a timeless rhetorical miracle, urging Arabs to prioritize it above other literary works and to immerse themselves in its eloquence and expressions, rather than diverting their attention to other Arabic contributions.
Below are some notable books concerning the literary interpretation of the Holy Quran:
- “Secrets of Repetition in the Holy Quran,” titled: “The Evidence in Guiding the Similar Verses of the Quran” by Al-Karmani.
- “Linguistic Interpretation of the Holy Quran” by Musaid Al-Tayyar.
- “The Nation’s Efforts in the Rhetorical Miracle of the Holy Quran – Path, Outcome, and Library” by Hussein Zaroug.
- “Manifestations of Rhetorical Miracle in the Holy Quran: A Case Study on Stories” by Ahmad Qufi.
- “Perspectives on the Rhetorical Miracle in the Holy Quran: Theoretical and Practical” by Sami Muhammad Hisham Hariz.
- “Literary Interpretation of the Quranic Text” by Dr. Mustafa Sadiq Al-Jawaini.
- “The Rhetoric of Words in Quranic Interpretation” by Dr. Saleh Fadhel Al-Samarrai.
- “Characteristics of Quranic Expression and Its Rhetorical Features” by Abdul Azim Ibrahim Al-Mutghi.
- “Aesthetic Phenomena in the Holy Quran” by Nazeer Hamdan.
- “The Rhetoric of Words in Quranic Interpretation” by Dr. Abu Awda.
- “The Rhetorical Miracle in Word Forms: An Analytical Study of Singular and Plural in the Holy Quran” by Dr. Muhammad Al-Amin Al-Khudhari.
- “The Rhetoric of Presentation and Delay in the Holy Quran” by Ali Abu Al-Qasim Awad.
- “The Coloring of Discourse in the Holy Quran: A Study in Stylistics and Textual Analysis” by Dr. Taha Radwan.
The Role of Literary Interpretation
Interpretation is defined as elucidation and revealing the concealed, as well as clarifying the intended meaning of ambiguous matters. Literature, meanwhile, refers to elegance and refined expression. Literary interpretation specifically addresses Quranic texts in a manner that uncovers the precision of expression found within.
The literary interpretation school has unveiled the eloquence of the Quran’s style and structure and the evidence of its miraculous nature while elucidating its meanings and objectives. Additionally, it has highlighted the universal laws present in the Quran and harmonized its message with the scientific truths discovered, contributing to the assertion that the Quran is the eternal Book of God capable of keeping pace with temporal and human development.