Phonetic Analysis of Quranic Recitations By Dr. Abdul Saboor Shahin

Abstract

Dr. Abdul Saboor Shahin explores the role of sounds (consonants and vowels) in Quranic recitations, distinguishing the differences between ancient Arab scholars such as Sibawayh (d. 180 AH) and Ibn Jinni (d. 392 AH), and contemporary scholars like Dr. Ibrahim Anis. He doesn't merely summarize the views of the ancient and modern scholars but extrapolates, elaborates, and analyzes new linguistic principles and foundations.

Dr. Abdul Saboor Shahin's research provides a concise yet comprehensive overview of certain phonetic phenomena, such as "Imla" (prolongation), providing examples thereof. He places significant emphasis on the phonetic phenomenon of "Hamzah" (glottal stop), scientifically addressing its production and distinguishing the nature of the two vocal cords that interact fully in the larynx. Through this description, he differentiates the sound of "Hamzah" from the sound of "Alif" (the Arabic letter 'a'), as Alif is an explosive sound, i.e., a sound produced without obstruction to the oral passage.

Key words: Relationship between Phonetics and Quranic Recitations, Hamzah, Imla (Prolongation), Phonetic Analysis of Quranic Recitations.