Al Ibrah Journal of Arabic Language Education
Vol. 8 No. 2 (2025): Al Ibrah: Journal of Arabic Language Education

Classical Modern Dialectics: The Historical Development of the Science of Semantics in Arabic ‎Linguistics

Gita Febriyani (Unknown)
Hanomi (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Dec 2025

Abstract

This research examines the historical development of the science of semantics in Arabic linguistics through a classical-modern dialectical approach. The study stems from the significance of this discipline as both a linguistic analysis tool and a medium for understanding the religio-cultural values of Arabic texts, rooted since the pre-Islamic era. Its primary objective is to trace the transformation of dilalah theory and methodology from the classical to the contemporary period, while exploring how semantic concepts have evolved across different intellectual and cultural contexts. Using a qualitative method based on comprehensive library research, the analysis focuses on the contributions of key thinkers such as Abu Al-Aswad Ad-Du'ali, Sibawayh, and Al-Jurjani (classical) as well as Ferdinand de Saussure, Noam Chomsky, Ibrahim Anis, and Tammam Hassan (modern). The findings confirm the consolidation of three main paradigms: referential, structural, and cognitive, reflecting the discipline's remarkable adaptation to linguistic challenges throughout history while affirming the continuous integration between Arabic linguistic heritage and modern theoretical frameworks. This synthesis demonstrates how traditional Arabic semantic analysis remains relevant in contemporary linguistic discourse.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ibrah

Publisher

Subject

Religion Arts Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Other

Description

AL IBRAH is a peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and innovation in Arabic language education. The journal welcomes submissions on Arabic language teaching, classroom innovations, and various applied linguistics subfields. Typically, submissions should range ...