Phonetic Harmony in Al-Rafi'i's Book "the Miracle of Prophetic Eloquence

Abstract

This study explores phonetic harmony in Al-Rafi'i's book "The Miracle of Prophetic Eloquence," where he argues that the miraculous nature of the Qur'an lies in its unique composition, which blends the harmony of letters, words, and sentences. The research highlights that each letter in the Qur'an has a phonetic role that contributes to its distinctive rhythm, and the arrangement of words achieves a musical coherence that impacts the listener. Al-Rafi'i also emphasizes that even unfamiliar terms in the Qur'an are placed within contexts that create a unique phonetic beauty. The study concludes that phonetic harmony is one aspect of Qur'anic inimitability, as the Qur'an's composition makes its recitation both pleasurable and impactful, beyond human ability to replicate precisely.