The Eloquence of Definition According to Ibn Ishaq: Exemplary

This research focuses on the study of "the rhetoric of definition" by Ibn Ishaq, as he is considered one of the most prominent early historians who was concerned with documenting the Prophet's biography in an eloquent and influential language. The study deals with Ibn Ishaq's methods of presenting events and characters using rhetorical expressions characterized by suspense and influence, and how he used definition in a literary way to add depth to his narratives and increase reader interaction. The research relies on analyzing examples of his rhetorical style, showing how eloquent definition affected the depiction of events and dimensions of characters, which contributed to establishing the Prophet's biography in a style that remains alive in the memory of generations.