The grammar of any language generally follows a similar patters. And the same style is observed when reading various religious scriptures. However there is a uniqueness in the Arabic language of Qur'an which is altogether different from the language of all previous scriptures.
Herein under are some features of the language of Qur'an which makes it a book of unique linguistics and it really requires a linguist to decipher the true meaning of its verses:
The grammar and syntax of Quranic Arabic are highly structured and complex, enabling intricate and sophisticated constructions. Quranic Arabic has a rich and extensive vocabulary, allowing for precise and nuanced expression.
The Quran employs a variety of rhetorical devices, including metaphors, similes, and parables, enhancing its literary beauty and depth. The text features rhythmic patterns and phonetic harmony, contributing to its recitability and memorability.
It is widely believed that the Quran's language is inimitable, meaning it cannot be replicated or matched in its eloquence, style, and depth. This is considered a sign of its divine origin. The Quran itself challenges skeptics to produce a text of comparable beauty and meaning, which is considered an impossible task.
That is why those who criticize Qur'an get bogged down for one they read only the English translation of the Qur'an and secondly they are handicapped as far the unique Arabic language used in the Qur'an. It is for the reason that there a large number of Arabic words in Qur'an which cannot be translated in any language for their uniqueness.
Unlike other scriptures, there are frequent switches between the gender. And these are so abrupt that anyone who has learnt the grammar of one's language is flabbergasted as to why there are sudden and abrupt changes within the text of the Qur'an. Likewise, the scenes also change which in matter time are really mind boggling.
In order to understand the uniqueness of the Qur'anic Arabic, we share today a wonderful video of immense education value, both for Muslims and non Muslims who get confused about the abrupt changes in the language, grammar and syntax of Qur'an. In the video, Nauman Ali Khan, a prominent Muslim scholar and an authority of language of Qur'an being a linguist himself.
After watching the video, readers would acknowledge that Qur'an is truly unique in its structure and literature. Allah's Speech shifts from addressing us directly to referring to past nations, with changes in perspective only seen in the Quran. This video explores these narrative techniques, showing the profound switches between the first, second, and third person. Discover how these elements contribute to the Quran’s unmatched style and divine standard.
Please watch the video:
About Nouman Ali Khan: Born to a Pakistani family, Nouman Ali Khan is an American Muslim speaker and Arabic instructor who founded the Bayyinah Institute for Arabic and Qur’anic Studies, after serving as an instructor of Arabic at Nassau Community College. He has been named one of the 500 most influential Muslims in the world by the Royal Islamic Strategic Studies Centre of Jordan.
May Allāh (سبحانه و تعالى) help us understand Qur'ān and follow the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, which is embodiment of commandments of Allah contained in the Qur'ān. May Allah help us to be like the ones He loves and let our lives be lived helping others and not making others' lives miserable or unlivable. May all our wrong doings, whether intentional or unintentional, be forgiven before the angel of death knocks on our door.
وَمَا عَلَيۡنَاۤ اِلَّا الۡبَلٰغُ الۡمُبِيۡنُ
(36:17) and our duty is no more than to clearly convey the Message.”
That is our duty to convey only to you the message that Allah has entrusted us with. Then it is for you to accept it or reject it. We have not been made responsible for making you accept it forcibly, and if you do not accept it, we shall not be seized in consequence of your disbelief, you will yourselves be answerable for your actions on Day of Resurrection.
May Allah forgive me if my posts ever imply a piety far greater than I possess. I am most in need of guidance.
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