Textual Reference in Verses of Disbelief

Abstract

Reference in texts originates from the cohesive unity advocated by text scholars. It is inconceivable to consider a text devoid of referential elements, as the term "text" implies a collection of sentences rich with referential words that ensure coherence among its parts. This study focuses on the concept of reference in Quranic verses that indicate disbelief, as defined by ancient Arab scholars and text analysts. It explores how these references contribute to textual coherence by clarifying their types, methods, and importance in linking preceding and succeeding words and sentences, and in maintaining textual integrity.