Aesthetics of the Place in Sunan al-Tirmidhi: A Rhetorical Study

Abstract

The research aims to explore the aesthetic and rhetorical contexts associated with the Prophet's statements, particularly focusing on the Sunan Al-Tirmidhi, analyzing the rhetorical significance embedded within these contexts. The study is divided into an introduction, a preface, and four sections. The sections cover various topics such as the rhetoric of describing places of worship, the portrayal of heaven as a means of inspiring devotion, the depiction of fire and hell in motivating worship and conveying the concept of torment, and the rhetoric of describing places in relation to illustrating different types of punishment in Hell and bliss in Paradise. The research findings indicate that beauty transcends the boundaries of mere goodness and pleasantness, extending to encompass even ugliness and negativity. The skillful arrangement and organization of the Prophet's hadiths serve to highlight the beauty of the settings, with the place often serving as a starting point, conclusion, or integral part of the events described, depending on the context and purpose. Furthermore, the research highlights the aesthetic quality of representing a place within a place, creating a vivid scene that stimulates the recipient's senses and evokes an emotional response.