THE EFFECT OF THE TAJWEED RULES ON CONTEMPLATING THE ISRA' VERSE

Abstract: This study aims to demonstrate that the purpose of Tajweed rulings is not limited to improving pronunciation and performance but extends to carrying multiple connotations. Among these are the cognitive connotation, which enhances understanding in the mind, and the psychological connotation, which affects the reader’s emotions. The significance of both in achieving contemplation (tadabbur) of the verse of Al-Isra is also explored. Therefore, this study seeks to introduce the science of Tajweed connotations, both psychological and cognitive, and to define the concept of contemplating the Quran. It also seeks to clarify the role of Tajweed connotations in achieving reflection in the verse of Al-Isra. The research is divided into two sections: the first is theoretical, in which the researcher establishes the conceptual foundations of Tajweed connotations and contemplation through a descriptive method. This is followed by a detailed analytical study of the verse of Al-Isra, examining its general meaning, the contemplative guidance it provides, and the role of Tajweed connotations in enhancing the meaning of reflection using the analytical inductive method. One of the key findings is that "Tajweed rulings play an active role in coloring Quranic discourse and expanding its meaning by reflecting on the structure of the word, its phonetic performance, and its contextual usage." At times, Tajweed connotations are linked to the fundamental meaning and are understood through reason and comprehension, aiming to convey truths directly and without exaggeration; this is termed cognitive connotation. Its purpose is to affirm, expand, or add meaning. It confirms the contextual meaning, adds a new meaning or leads to an expansion of meaning. At other times, Tajweed rulings evoke emotional effects, which are the emotional meanings conveyed by the ruling, influencing feelings and sensations; this is called psychological connotation. Its goal is to stimulate emotions, control them, accept or reject them. This has a clear impact on achieving contemplation, which is attained through three elements: intellectual understanding (reflection), followed by emotional influence (admonishment and consideration), leading to benefit and compliance (interaction).