Linguistic approachof Abdul Hameed Al Farahi in his Quranic studies

Abstract

A linguistic approach is a method of expressing thoughts and emotions, based on the foundations of vocabulary, meanings, and styles, with a specific theory. Prominent scholars have been interested in utilizing Quranic studies based on its innovative linguistic approaches to spread the spirit and message of Arabic. Abdul Hameed Al-Farahi (1280 AH-1349 AH) was one of the most prominent Indian scholars who rendered significant services to the preservation of the Arabic language and the promotion of the principles of linguistic integrity through his valuable contributions to various sciences and arts. He devoted himself to studying the Holy Quran, making it the focus of all his works and thoughts. This study aims to utilize his linguistic approaches in light of his efforts in Quranic studies. The study consists of an introduction, five chapters, and a conclusion. The introduction includes a brief overview of the research topic, an analysis of the title and previous studies, the importance of the research, its problems, plan, methodology, and acknowledgments. The first chapter is entitled "The Linguistic Approach: Its Concept and Dimensions." This chapter has four sections: The linguistic approach, its linguistic and idiomatic meaning; the importance of approaches and their function in linguistic studies; the position of approaches in rhetoric, and stylistic approaches, their concept and dimensions. The second chapter deals with the linguistic approach in Quranic studies. This chapter includes eight sub chapters. They cover the origins, development, importance, motivations, pillars, and fields of Quranic studies; the sources of sciences and concepts in Quranic studies; the definition of the linguistic approach in Quranic studies and its origins; the position of the linguistic approach, its style in interpretation, its important sources; and the contributions of Indian scholars to Quranic studies and interpretation. The third chapter discusses the life and works of Abdul Hameed Al- Farahi. This chapter contains eight sub chapters. They shed light on his birth, family, era, upbringing, studies, duties, morals, characteristics, visions, reforms, writings, style, and influence on Arabic poetry; his death; and scholars' praise of him. The fourth chapter discusses on Al- Farahi's efforts in Quranic studies. This section comprises eight sub chapters. They explain Farahi's attempts and priorities in Quranic studies. It includes the analytical study of his book Aksamul Quran, Usloobul Quran, Hijajul Quran, Hikmathul Quran and Mufradathul Quran. This chapter concludes with a discussion on the Quranic interpretation and exegesis, the theory of thematic unity, rhetorical ideas in light of the book Jumharat Al-Balagha, and Farahi's views on Quranic grammar. The title of the fifth chapter is "The Linguistic Approach of Abdul Hameed Al- Farahi in His Quranic Studies." This chapter includes four sub chapters. These include Farahi’s genius and the embodiment of the components of his linguistic thought; -Farahi's influence and views on grammar; the linguistic approach its factors and motives; and the reflections of linguistic approach and its methods. Upon completing his study, the researcher draws meaningful conclusions. The most important of these is that approaches shape linguistic thought and are based on semantics, rhetoric, and style. Abdul Hameed Al-Farahi dedicated himself on Quranic studies. His interpretation is characterized by its focus on intellectual coherence, which is the best evidence of his proportional approach by demonstrating the importance of contemplation in understanding the Quranic text. Farahi's book, "Jumharat Al-Balagha," reflects the critical, originalist approach, as it emphasizes the theory of deriving the authenticity of language from Arab poetry and sermons. Farahi's method is characterized by an applied approach to expression and translation, and he strives to strengthen the foundations of sound linguistic thought by employing logical awareness and an innovative mentality. This innovative approach is reflected in Arabic language teaching curriculam.