An Introduction to Application of Reception theory for analyzing the history of Interpretations of the Qur'an A case study on Iranian Interpretations of the Qur'an in 14th

phorough parsa

Volume 1, Issue 2 , November 2017, Pages 1-23

Abstract
  Reception theory is recent development in the science of interpretation which emphasizes the role of reader in reception and interpretation of a text.  Reception history is the study of  how  Quranic texts have changed over time in different cultures and communities, through  ...  Read More

Reflections on the Reflective Patterns of Cognitive Linguistics in Interdisciplinary Studies; With the Emphasis on the Quranic word of “Shakilah”

ghasem darzi; Ahad Faramarz GHaramaleki; mahin naaz Mirdehghan

Volume 1, Issue 2 , November 2017, Pages 25-52

Abstract
  Cognitive Linguistics is one the emerging interdisciplinary sciences that look at Structural principles of language from the perspective of human cognition. Awareness of these patterns could Catalyze the process of Interdisciplinary Dialogue. There are three patterns here: Encyclopedic Approach, Image ...  Read More

Reflection on the Theoretical Philosophy of History from the Perspective of the Quran

seyyd abolfazl razavi; kazem ghaderi

Volume 1, Issue 2 , November 2017, Pages 53-66

Abstract
  Researchers of theoretical philosophy of history, whose ideologies are not based on revelation, consider human authority as the mere agent behind historic phenomena and are in denial of Meta historic agents. Does holy Quran hold the same view about the path of previous incidents and transformations? ...  Read More

The Pragmatic Functions of Salawāt in the Speeches of Persian-Speaking Iranians and Arabic-Speaking Iraqis

Seyed Ali Asghar Soltani; Mahdi Moqaddasinia; Hossein Taktabar Firouzjaee

Volume 1, Issue 2 , November 2017, Pages 67-82

Abstract
  Salawāt upon the Prophet Mohammad and his family is a phrase frequently expressed or heard by Muslims in their daily life. Primarily, salawāt is communicated to admire the Prophet and his family; however, it has secondary pragmatic functions in Muslims’ daily communications and oral speeches. ...  Read More

Artistic Imaginary of water as the source of life and aliment in Holy Quran in Holy Quran

Zineh Erfatpour; Hamideh Sadat Mohseni

Volume 1, Issue 2 , November 2017, Pages 83-113

Abstract
  Quran as a literature text, in the manner of expression, is used all modes of literary language. One of the aspects of simplicity and understandability of the Quran is figurative and concreteness of the mental concepts. It is art of Quran that give the meanings and gives life to upon meanings through ...  Read More

A Comparative Study on Binary Oppositions in Holy Surah of “Al-Lail” and Inscription Colours

Parvin Baharzadeh; Ashrafosadat Mousavilar; Masoumeh Habibi Afratakhti

Volume 1, Issue 2 , November 2017, Pages 115-140

Abstract
  The Quran, the Miracle of the Noble Messenger (Peace Be Upon Him) has various dimensions and special unique literary style. One of the manifestations of the Quranic rhetoric literary genus is the different kinds of binary oppositions in verses. The oppositions such as: “body and soul”, “day ...  Read More