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- کد IranDOI مقاله: IranDOI:10.irandoi.2002/bahareadab.2025 .18 .7854
volume Number : 18
number In Volume : 9
issue Number : 115
Journal of the stylistic of Persian poem and prose
volume Number 18،
number In Volume 9،
،
issue Number 115
An Analysis of Roman Jakobson’s Six Functions of Language in Nezami’s Epic Khosrow and Shirin
Mojtaba Bazzi , Heydar Ali Dahmarde (Author in Charge)
Abstract
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Nezami, a celebrated figure in Persian literature, is widely regarded as a master of lyrical and romantic poetry. His work represents the zenith of poetic artistry, excelling in both form and meaning. Nezami meticulously chose the finest words, crafting eloquent expressions and graceful language. In his revered epic, Khosrow and Shirin, he showcases his poetic brilliance, creating a work rich in artistic themes with love as its central motif. This remarkable composition stands out for its narrative structure, interwoven with diverse characters. Furthermore, Nezami’s extensive use of dialogue highlights his mastery of language and communication, which has been analyzed through the lens of Jakobson’s theory of the six functions of language.
METHODOLOGY: This study employs a descriptive-analytical approach, utilizing a qualitative method through content analysis of the literary text.
FINDINGS: In his masterpiece Khosrow and Shirin, a work renowned for its narrative richness and poetic influence, Nezami skillfully employs various linguistic elements and functions. He tailors these elements to suit the dialogue of his characters, aligning them with each character’s role in the story. The conative function, as the primary function of language, is used most prominently, followed by the secondary functions in the following order: emotive, phatic, poetic, metalingual, and referential.
CONCLUSION:The research findings demonstrate that Nezami was highly attuned to the use of language functions, strategically assigning linguistic roles to each character’s dialogue in proportion to their narrative role. For instance, Shirin’s speech predominantly employs the conative function, while Khosrow’s is characterized by the phatic function.
Keyword
Nezami
, Khosrow and Shirin
, Jakobson
, six functions of language
, lyrical literature.
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