A Study of Motion Verbs in Surah Al-Fath Based on Talmy's Theory

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1 Arabic Language and Literature,faculty literature, Kharazmi University, Tehran, iran.

2 Department of Arabic Language and Literature, Faculty literature, Kharazmi University, Tehran, iran.

3 Department of Arabic Language and Literature, Faculty Literature,Kharazmi University, Tehran, iran.

Abstract

Cognitive linguistics opens new avenues in understanding the Quran. To facilitate a better understanding of abstract matters, the Quran utilizes motion verbs in its verses. The linguistic approach to Quranic topics leads to discoveries that are often overlooked in traditional studies. One of these approaches is the study of motion verbs in the Quran based on Leonard Talmy’s theory of motion verbs, which provides a deeper insight and a better understanding of Quranic verses. Talmy considers a motion event as a state involving movement and the succession of different spatial locations. This study examines motion verbs in Surah Al-Fath according to Talmy’s motion theory using a descriptive-analytical method, analyzing the words with motion and their components. The findings indicate that in Surah Al-Fath, various motion verbs are used to conceptualize abstract matters such as victory, tranquility, reward, and conflict. The types of motion-related meanings are represented in Surah Al-Fath, with 77% of the motion verbs being transitive, 17% self-contained motion verbs, and 6% static verbs. Among these, transitive directional motion verbs, including anzal (sent down) and adkhul (enter), dominate and align most closely with the content of Surah Al-Fath, reflecting the greatness and majesty of divine punishments and blessings.

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  • Receive Date: 12 July 2024
  • Revise Date: 05 February 2025
  • Accept Date: 16 February 2025
  • Publish Date: 09 April 2025

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