Analysis of the Word of Iman in the Qur'an Integration of Kalam Science and Arabic Semantics

Septika Rudiamon; Razia Khan; Dedi Jistito

Authors

Septika Rudiamon Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam Al-Hikmah Pariangan Batusangkar Author
Razia Khan Paktia University, Gardez Author
Dedi Jistito Universitas Islam Negeri Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar Author

Keywords:

Arabic Semantics, Iman, Kalam Science

Abstract

Interpretations of the term iman (faith) in the Qur’an are often subject to reduction due to the dominance of singular approaches, whether linguistic or theological. This study aims to analyze the lexical and contextual meanings of iman based on Arabic semantic theory, to explore the concept of iman from the perspective of Ilm al-Kalam, and to integrate both in order to achieve a more comprehensive understanding. The research employs a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach using primary data from key Qur’anic verses related to iman and secondary data from relevant books, journals, and previous studies. The analysis is based on the lexical-contextual semantic theory (Abdul Fattah Ismail Syaltut and Toshihiko Izutsu) and classical theological thought in Ilm al-Kalam from the Ashʿari, Maturidi, and Muʿtazili schools. The findings reveal that the meaning of iman is not monolithic but emerges from a dynamic interaction between linguistic context and theological doctrine. The term iman in the Qur’an carries flexible meanings that reflect a synthesis of linguistic and theological depth. This study emphasizes the importance of an interdisciplinary approach in Qur’anic studies that combines Arabic semantics and Islamic theology to better understand fundamental Islamic concepts in a more holistic and contextually relevant manner

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