Abstract
The study reveals the Qur’anic Way of coding parables. The parables appear in folklore and in Biblical, Buddhist, Greek and European religious and cultural tradition as well as in Hebrew and Arabic languages. The data was collected from the text of the Holy Qur’an and other relevant literature and was put into logical sequence in accordance with the perspective of teaching and learning process. The Qur’anic parables in the relevant areas were identified and analyzed with reference to their educational significance. The data shows that the Qur’anic parable is best understood in relation to the context in which it appears. It offers analysis of the themes implicit in the parables. Each parable implicit a different narrative Style appropriate to the theme. The narration of parables may range from the barest minimum setting to a full-fledged story with a beginning, middle, and ending at the climax of the story. Almighty Allah does not hesitate to use imagery drawn from the world of the humblest creatures, like a housefly, to the mighty forces of nature, which act as the ministers of Instruments of His will. There is profound meaning in each parable, which is embodied in rich and highly suggestive symbols and Meta force. Parables are intended to facilitate understanding of the teaching of Holy Qur’an. It is, therefore, recommended that the method of coding Parables and examples should be included in the curriculum at appropriate level; teachers be educated to use the Qur’anic techniques of coding parables. It is also recommended that more studies be carried out on this important aspect of the Holy Qur’an.
Syed Shahid Rasool . (2010) A Study on the Qur’anic Way of Coding Parables , The Dialogue, Volume 5, Issue 2.
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