تاريخيّة السّرد بينَ التّأصيل والتّجديد القُرآني (دراسةٌ في بنائيّةِ السَّرد القُرآني)

Abstract

A close examination of the emergence and evolution of literary theories over the ages reveals that literature is in a state of continuous renewal. Critical studies in literature have produced various methods and theories of literary creativity, indicating that literature itself is a dynamic entity that manifests in numerous forms, encompassing the dimensions of the human phenomenon in its entirety. Among these theories is narrative theory, which is considered one of the most significant contributions of modern critical movements. Narrative theory has evolved alongside the critical methods that emerged over time, enjoying substantial attention in specialized studies. As a result, it has grown, developed, and reached its highest levels, as evidenced by its current state. The importance of this study lies in the foundational role of the Qur'anic language across all linguistic, literary, and rhetorical styles. The Qur'anic text serves as the supreme reference for language, despite the fact that Arabic was already in use before the revelation of the Qur'an. This is not contradictory, as the Qur'an challenged the Arabs to produce a chapter like it, a challenge they were unable to meet. Thus, it is both right and true that the Qur'an should be the reference for language in all its details and sciences, across every era and generation. Furthermore, the research goes beyond this to demonstrate that this characteristic extends beyond the Arabic language to other foreign languages, encompassing their critical and narrative methodologies. May God grant success.

Keywords

• narrative
• foundational and innovative
• narrative structure