Çocuk Edebiyatında Mana-i Harfi: Dini Eğitim ve Tefekkür Perspektifi

This article examines how the concept of “mana-i harfi”, which holds a central place in Bediüzzaman Said Nursî’s Islamic thought, can be represented in children’s literature. Mana-i harfi refers to the understanding that beings and events are signs reflecting the existence and power of God. As children’s literature contributes to children’s linguistic, cognitive, and moral development, presenting this concept in a child-friendly manner can help reinforce their religious and moral values. The study uses document analysis to examine the children’s books The Story of Zero, Three Alifs, and The Ladder. It analyzes how these works reflect the mana-i harfi perspective and how they convey this concept to children. The findings show that these books help children perceive nature and their surroundings not merely as physical entities but as signs filled with divine meaning. Additionally, the aesthetic and pedagogical aspects of these books serve as effective tools in communicating religious concepts to children. In conclusion, the use of the mana-i harfi perspective in children’s literature enhances children’s capacity for religious contemplation and contributes to their spiritual development. These works can be considered valuable resources for both literary and religious education.