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An analytical study on prophetic narrative style in the light of Al Qasasunnabavi Duroosun va Iber by Saeed Bin Mustafa Diab
(Department of Arabic, University of Calicut, 2025) Munavvar Fairooz, A.; Mohammed Haneefa P
This research presents an analytical study of the Prophetic narrative style as manifested in Al-Qasas al-Nabawi: Duroos wa ‘Ibar by Saeed bin Mustafa Diab. The study explores the distinctivenarrative techniques employed in Prophetic storytelling (al-qasas al-nabawi), emphasizing itspedagogical, ethical, and rhetorical dimensions within Islamic discourse. By examining selectednarratives presented in the book, the research highlights how the Prophetic method of narrationcombines clarity, brevity, emotional appeal, and moral depth to effectively convey lessons andvalues.The study begins by outlining the theoretical framework of narrative (al-sard) in Islamic tradition,tracing the role of storytelling in the Qur’an and Sunnah as a means of guidance, moralinstruction, and spiritual reform. It situates Prophetic narratives within the broader context ofArabic narrative heritage, demonstrating their influence on later Islamic and Arabic literaryforms. Special attention is given to the stylistic features of Prophetic narration, such as dialogue,repetition, symbolic imagery, suspense, and situational realism.A detailed analytical reading of Al-Qasas al-Nabawi: Duroos wa ‘Ibar reveals Saeed bin MustafaDiab’s methodological approach in selecting, organizing, and interpreting Prophetic stories. Theresearch examines how the author extracts educational lessons (‘ibar), ethical values, and socialprinciples from Hadith-based narratives, presenting them in a manner accessible tocontemporary readers while preserving their original authenticity. The study also highlights thebalance between narrative beauty and doctrinal accuracy achieved in the work.Methodologically, the research adopts an analytical and descriptive approach, supported bytextual analysis and references to classical and contemporary scholarship in Hadith studies,rhetoric, and narrative theory. The findings demonstrate that Prophetic narrative style ischaracterized by narrative economy, emotional engagement, and universal applicability, makingit a powerful tool for moral and social transformation.In conclusion, the study affirms that Al-Qasas al-Nabawi: Duroos wa ‘Ibar serves as a significantcontribution to the study of Prophetic storytelling. It underscores the enduring relevance of theProphetic narrative style and its capacity to address human, social, and spiritual concerns acrosstime, offering valuable insights for scholars, educators, and researchers in Islamic and Arabicstudies.
The prophetic panegyrics of Muhammed Bin Saeed al Busiri and Ahmed Shawqi a comparative study of their hamziyas
(Thunchan Memorial Govt College , University of Calicut, 2025) Safarulla E.K; Abdul Lathief P.P
This thesis presents a comparative study of prophetic panegyrics of two ages, focusing on theHamziya poems of Muhammad bin Saeed al-Busiri (1212-1296) and Ahmed Shawqi (1868-1932). The study examines how this poetic genre evolved from the medieval period to moderntimes while maintaining its spiritual essence and acquiring new dimensions reflecting changingcultural and social contexts.The research explores the historical development of prophetic praise poetry from the prophet'sera to the present, establishing that while its foundations were laid during the prophetic period,it emerged as an independent literary genre in the thirteenth century with al-Busiri. The studyanalyzes the prophetic poems by al-Busiri and Shawqi, with particular emphasis on theirhamziya compositions—al-Busiri's 456-verse masterpiece and Shawqi's more concise work.The comparative analysis reveals significant differences in approach and style. Al-Busiri'sHamziya demonstrates deep Sufi spirituality and contemplative devotion, employingtraditional structures with direct prophetic address and extensive personal supplication. Hiswork reflects the Mamluk era's political tensions through polemical discourse against religiousopponents. Conversely, Shawqi's Hamziya exhibits modernist sensibilities, blending classicaltradition with contemporary literary trends. His approach emphasizes Islam's civilizationalachievements and moral values, responding to orientalist criticism with refined argumentationrather than direct confrontation.Methodologically, the study employs descriptive-analytical and comparative approaches,examining thematic content, rhetorical devices, and textual cohesion mechanisms. The analysisdemonstrates that while both poets share themes of birth, prophetic attributes, miracles, andsupplication, their treatment differs. Al-busiri favors detailed narrative and chronological order,while Shawqi maintains balanced, purposeful brevity with clearer thematic organization.The research identifies distinct rhetorical patterns: al-Busiri employs straightforward explicitmetaphors and direct Quranic quotations, while Shawqi favors complex implicit metaphors andindirect intertextual references. Both demonstrate sophisticated use of simile, though al-Busirirelies on classical imagery (sun, sea), whereas Shawqi innovates within traditional frameworks.Intertextuality analysis reveals al-Busiri's engagement with Jahili poetry, particularly al-Harithbin Hilliza's mu'allaqa, while Shawqi's work dialogues primarily with al-Busiri's tradition.Despite sharing rhyme (hamza) and theme, the poems employ different meters (Khafif vs.Kamil).The study concludes that prophetic panegyric evolved dynamically across eras, with al-Busirirepresenting medieval Sufistic devotion and Shawqi embodying modern renaissanceconsciousness, both contributing uniquely to Arabic poetry and spiritual heritage.
Plays of sanaa shalan style and content an analytical study on her selected works
(Department of Arabic, University of Calicut, 2025) Abbas P.M; Abdul Majeed. T. A
This study examines the development of Arabic theatre, with particularreference to the influence of Brechtian epic theatre, focusing on the works of Jordanianplaywright Sanaa Shalan. It traces the evolution of drama from classical Greek originsto Brecht’s revolutionary techniques, such as the alienation effect, episodic structure,and audience engagement, which shift focus from emotional immersion to criticalthinking.The study is organized into six chapters. First Chapter explores the origin anddevelopment of theatre and drama, and its role in Arabic literature. Second Chapterfocuses on Arabic drama in Jordan, its evolution, and key figures. Third Chapterstudies Sanaa Shalan, her life, literary achievements, and plays. Fourth Chapteranalyses the stylistic features of her works, particularly Brechtian techniques and self-reflective dramaturgy. Fifth Chapter examines thematic aspects, including socialissues, and Palestinian identity. Sixth Chapter presents critical analyses of selectedplays, including (Selfie Mae Albahr and Muhakamat Al Ism X).In conclusion, this study affirms that Sanaa Shalan’s plays address women’soppression, refugee crises, identity loss, social injustice, and the Palestinian struggle,while employing Brechtian strategies to engage audiences intellectually and ethically.The study concludes that her works significantly enrich modern Arabic theatre byadapting epic theatre techniques to Arab and Palestinian contexts.
Socio cultural aspects in the novels of Zuwainaal Kalbani an analytical study
(Department of Arabic, University of Calicut, 2025) Zainudheen. C; Abdul Majeed. T. A
This thesis presents an analytical study of the socio-cultural aspects reflected in the novels ofOmani writer Zuwaina Al-Kalbani, focusing on the ways in which her narrative discourse engageswith Omani and broader Arab society. Through a close textual analysis of selected novels, thestudy explores how she represents social structures, cultural traditions, gender relations, identityformation, and the tensions between tradition and modernity. The research examines the depictionof family systems, social norms, class distinctions, and the evolving roles of women, highlightingthe novelist’s critical engagement with societal constraints and transformations in her four majornovels.The research thesis divided to four chapters. In the first part of the study defines the historicalbackground of Sultanate of Oman, emerging of Islam to Oman, rule of Portugal and Britain amongOman and Arabic literature in Sultanate of Oman. In the second part defined about the authorZuwaina Al-Kalbani’s life and contributions to Arabic literature, in the third part the analyticalstudy on her four major novels, “Saloos va thahveedha, Fee kahfil junooni thabdahul hikaya, Aljaouharathu val khubthan and Arvahu mushavvasha”, in the last part the study described aboutSocio-cultural aspects in her novels. By situating Kalbani’s fiction within its historical and culturalcontexts, the thesis demonstrates how her novels function not only as artistic expressions but alsoas cultural texts that reflect, question, and reinterpret lived social realities. Particular attention isgiven to narrative techniques, character construction, symbolism, and thematic patterns throughwhich socio-cultural issues are articulated.The findings reveal that Zuwaina Al-Kalbani’s novels offer a nuanced portrayal of social change,negotiating the coexistence of inherited traditions and emerging cultural values. Her workscontribute significantly to contemporary Omani and Arab fiction by foregrounding marginalizedvoices and engaging critically with issues of gender, power, and identity. The study concludes thatKalbani’s narrative project plays an important role in documenting and interrogating socio-culturaldynamics, thereby enriching the discourse of modern Arabic literature and Omani Arabicliterature.
Adventure tourism landscape assessing participation satisfaction and potential in Kerala
(Govt. College Kodanchery, University of Calicut, 2025) Ranjith, P.R; Mohandas, A.
The Study focuses on finding out the level of awareness of tourists on various Adventure Tourism options, to identify the participation and satisfaction of tourists in respect of Adventure tourism, to identify the barriers of Adventure Tourism in Kerala, to examine the potentials of Adventure tourism in respect of Adventure Tourism. Adventure tourism sector is considered as one of the fastest growing niche segments of Alternative Tourism. Adventure Tourism is defined as “Adventure tourism involves exploration or travel with perceived (and possibly actual) risk, and it potentially requires specialized skills and physical exertion.” Adventure Tourism considered as the Niche segment of Tourism. When compared to other niche forms of tourism Adventure tourism involves any two of following three components namely physical activity, natural environment and cultural immersion. On the basis of difficulty Adventure Tourism activities are classified in to two Such as Soft Adventure Tourism activities and Hard Adventure tourism activities. Soft Adventure Tourism activities are the activities which is relatively less risk involved and which doesn’t need any specialised skill to perform. Hard Adventure Tourism activities are the activities which involves high risk and which require specialised skills or need the guidance of skilled person to participate in such activities. Another important classification is on the basis of surface which is classified as Land Based Adventure Tourism activities, Water Based Adventure tourism activities and Aerial Based Adventure Tourism activities. The research methodology of the study based on ‘Research Onion’ by Saunders et al. (2007), It is a conceptual framework that describes various stages and layers involved in conducting research. By using research onion, the researcher is able to create a comprehensive and good research design for the study. The study used both Primary and secondary data, the primary data has been collected from both Adventure Tourists and the Adventure Tourism providers by using two different Interview schedules. The secondary data was collected from various published sources. The primary data collected from tourists to understand various the awareness, participation of tourists on various adventure tourism activities and measure the level of satisfaction of tourists on facilities offered by Adventure Tourism Providers (ATPs). The data collected from Adventure Tourism Providers (ATPs) to measure the difference in the Accessibility of Adventure Tourism Providers (ATPs). The Analysis of Data Depicts that most of the Land Based Activities shows high level of awareness, Water Based activities shows mixed level of awareness where some activities are more aware where other activities are not that much aware, Some Aerial based activities shows significant level of awareness on the other hand, some other Aerial activities show very low level of Awareness. In case of soft and hard adventuretourism activities the tourists are more aware about Soft Adventure tourism activities when compared to Hard adventure Tourism activities. Adventure Tourism activities like Trekking, scuba diving, Flat water kayaking, Floating Bridge and Zipline shown high level of participation, and the Satisfaction of Adventure tourists on various facilities offered at the centre is considerably high. Most demographic factors like age, gender, nationality, education, occupation, and travel duration do not affect the satisfaction on Adventure Tourism, whereas, the frequency of travel does make a difference that people travelled more shown different levels of satisfaction when compared to occasional tourists. The analysis also shows that there is a negative correlation between Awareness and satisfaction indicating that when there is higher level of awareness slightly reduces satisfaction. The study found that the accessibility of facilities such as Airport, Hospital, Bus Station and Fire Station is varied between districts. The Adventure tourism is facing numerous challenges like lack of awareness and promotion, Inadequate infrastructure, Regulatory and policy gaps, Environmental concerns etc. On the other hand, Kerala has immense potentials like Higher scope for water based and Mountain based Adventure tourism activities, the development of adventure circuits and hubs etc. and to become as a promising Adventure Tourism Destination in the region. The findings demand infrastructure development, operator training, eco-cultural integration, and introduce digital tools to enhance services with this collaborating efforts and policies Kerala can emerge as a leading adventure tourism destination by supporting long term social and economic growth. Keywords: Adventure Tourism, Soft Adventure Tourism, Hard Adventure Tourism, Adventure Tourism Providers (ATPs), Adventure Circuits, Adventure Hubs.