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A Study of the Meaning of the Word Ḍarb in the Qur’an Based on the Theory of the Spirit of Meanings
With Emphasis on Collocational Relationships
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Mansoureh Doagoo   |
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Abstract: (34 Views) |
| Undoubtedly, the Qur’an, as the divine word, possesses multiple layers of meaning, and achieving an accurate understanding of it has always been a primary concern for exegetes and scholars. Nevertheless, some Qur’anic terms, due to their semantic breadth and diverse applications, have been subjects of differing interpretations and debate. The term ḍarb is one such word, appearing in multiple verses with seemingly varied meanings. Since attaining a comprehensive and coherent understanding of this term is essential, given its central role in interpreting verses and deriving Qur’anic teachings, the present study aims to investigate the meaning of ḍarb in the Qur’an through the lens of the "Spirit of Meanings" theory in philosophy and mysticism, with a focus on the word’s collocational relationships. Utilizing a descriptive-analytical method and relying on authoritative lexical and exegetical sources, the study first explicates the theoretical foundations of the "Spirit of Meanings" theory. Subsequently, it analyzes the diverse usages of ḍarb in Qur’anic verses and examines its collocational relations with other words to propose a general and encompassing meaning for the term. The findings suggest that ḍarb can be defined as "the occurrence and manifestation of a phenomenon aimed at producing an effect, facilitating transmission, and transformation from one state to another," a definition that is applicable to all instances of its use in the Qur’an. This study offers an innovative interpretation of ḍarb and highlights the significance of the "Spirit of Meanings" theory in Qur’anic exegesis, thereby paving the way for further research in this field. |
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| Keywords: Ḍarb in the Qur’an, Spirit of Meanings, Transmission and Transformation, Collocational Relationships |
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Type of Study: Research |
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Received: 2025/05/18 | Accepted: 2025/03/17 | Published: 2025/03/17
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