Opposites in Al-Baqa’i's Nizam al-Durar: An Analytical Study

Abstract

This research explores the concept of opposites in language and terminology, examining the differing opinions of scholars regarding their occurrence in the language of the Quran. It also compiles the relevant works and writings by scholars on the subject and gathers vocabulary that embodies opposites as interpreted by Al-Baqa’i, analyzing and studying them as thoroughly as possible. It is well-known that opposites enrich language with vocabulary, as a single term can convey two different meanings, with context determining the intended meaning in the verse.

The researcher tracked the vocabulary of opposites in the "Nizam al-Durar," presenting the interpreter's text alongside the corresponding Quranic verse containing the term that embodies the opposite meaning. She then proceeded with explanation and analysis, following an analytical approach, comparing and commenting on the contributions of linguists, interpreters, and scholars of meaning. The research concludes with a summary of the key findings, followed by a bibliography of references and sources.