The Aesthetic Rhetoric of Figurative Language in Jarir's Poetry

Abstract

This study delves into the rhetorical devices employed in Jarir's poetry, with a specific focus on explicit and implicit metaphors (Al-Majaz Al-Mursal and Al-Majaz Al-Aqli). The research aims to illuminate the poet's creative use of these figures of speech in constructing vivid poetic imagery. Employing a descriptive-analytical approach, the study examines various metaphorical relationships and analyzes their application within Jarir's poetic works. The findings demonstrate Jarir's exceptional skill in utilizing explicit metaphors, including causation, consequence, part-whole, and other relational devices, to imbue his poetry with profound beauty. Additionally, his mastery of implicit metaphors, such as spatiality, temporality, source, and agency relations, underscores his unique literary talent. This study highlights the significant role of these metaphorical devices in enhancing the artistic and rhetorical impact of Jarir's poetry.