THE STRUCTURE OF “AL-MUFASSAL”: COVERAGE OF MORPHOLOGICAL AND SYNTACTIC ISSUES

Abstract

This article explores the grammatical methodology of Mahmud az-Zamakhshari in his famous work al-Mufassal fi San‘at al-I‘rab. The study presents a systematic overview of how the author categorized and analyzed Arabic grammar, particularly the rules of nahw (syntax) and sarf (morphology). The structure of the book is divided into four main parts: nouns, verbs, particles, and shared phenomena across categories. Each section is explained with a high level of clarity, drawing on examples from the Qur’an, Hadith, and classical Arabic literature. Zamakhshari's approach emphasizes concise explanations, selected examples, and avoidance of excessive theoretical disputes. The study also highlights his influence on later grammarians and the enduring pedagogical value of his methods.