The Qur'anic Depiction of the Destruction of Nations and Tyrants: The People of Hud (peace be upon him) as a Case Study (An Interpretive and Thematic Study)

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Department of Sharia and Islamic Studies, Faculty of Arts and Humanities, King Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia

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This study aims to elucidate the concept of Qur'anic depiction and its various mechanisms, focusing particularly on the representation of the destruction of the people of Hud (peace be upon him). The research examines this depiction through rhetorical, psychological, and dynamic imagery, highlighting the grandeur of Qur'anic narrative techniques both theoretically and practically.
The research employs an inductive methodology, wherein specific instances are examined to derive broader generalizations. It meticulously analyzes Qur'anic verses that portray the annihilation of nations and tyrants, incorporating insights from classical and contemporary exegetical works. Following this, the study adopts an analytical approach to describe and interpret the explicit content of these verses, investigating both their form and substance in accordance with the research objectives. Additionally, the study integrates deductive reasoning, examining established details to extrapolate comprehensive insights and judgments.
The research is structured into an introduction, two main chapters, a conclusion, and an index of sources and references. The first chapter explores the definition and mechanisms of Qur'anic depiction, divided into two sections: the first defines Qur'anic depiction, while the second examines its various mechanisms. The second chapter focuses on the

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