Specific Features of Islamic Religious Discourse
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https://doi.org/10.31150/ajshr.v5i11.3019Keywords:
religious discourse, Islamic religious discourse, features of religious discourse, sacred textsAbstract
Using scholarly viewpoints, this study offers a linguistic analysis of Islamic religious speech, looking at its distinctive characteristics and categories. Even while Islamic discourse has a significant impact on religious and social norms, its function in authority and identity formation still requires a thorough linguistic framework. Using corpus linguistics, pragmatics, and discourse analysis, the study looks at both modern sermons, fatwas, and religious addresses as well as classic literature like the Qur'an and Hadith. The study shows that Islamic discourse, which is highly performative and intertextual, addresses contemporary issues while reaffirming communal ideals. Results show that religious language influences societal structures and collective identity through ritualistic repetition and emotional resonance. The function of Islamic discourse in promoting religious communication and communal cohesion is better understood thanks to this effort.
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