The Significance of Sounds in the Qur’anic Verses Concerning the Noble Companions (RA): A Descriptive-Analytical Study

دلالة الأصوات في الآيات التي تحدثت عن الصحابة الكرام رضي الله عنهم: دراسة وصفية تحليلية

Abstract

This study investigates the social connotations of Qur’anic verses concerning the Companions (may Allah be pleased with them) through a phonetic approach informed by sociolinguistics. It analyzes the articulation, phonetic features, frequency, and distribution of sounds and their relationship to social meanings such as affection, praise, support, disagreement, and opposition. Using a descriptive-analytical method, the study examines how phonetic features interact with social contexts to contribute to meaning. The findings indicate a discernible relationship between phonetic characteristics and the meanings conveyed in context, with stronger phonetic features occurring in contexts associated with strength, support, and steadfastness, and softer features in contexts associated with gentleness, affection, and tenderness. The study highlights the contribution of the phonetic level to social meaning and demonstrates an aspect of the precision of Qur’anic composition in portraying social relationships and situations.