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Abstract
This study conducts a rhetorical analysis of Sermon 183 by Imam Ali (PBUH), focusing on the rhetorical strategies that enhance its persuasive effectiveness. The research examines Aristotle’s argumentative appeals: logos, ethos, and pathos; various rhetorical devices; and intertextuality to uncover how Imam Ali (PBUH) constructs meaning and influences his audience. Through a detailed analysis, the study identifies the strategic use of figures of speech such as metaphors (13 instances) and antithesis (5 instances), which significantly enhance the sermon’s rhetorical impact. Additionally, the intertextual references within the sermon are explored to demonstrate their role in reinforcing the authority of the arguments and connecting the audience with shared cultural and religious knowledge. The findings reveal the profound impact of Imam Ali’s use of argumentative appeals and rhetorical devices, highlighting his mastery of rhetoric in delivering ethical and spiritual messages. This research contributes to a broader understanding of Arabic rhetorical traditions and provides insights into the role of rhetoric in religious discourse.