Dramaturgy of the Holy Quran Stories Focused on Characterization

This article is a fundamental research study that seeks to answer the question of whether the stories in the Quran can possess character development elements similar to those found in narrative and dramatic works, both theoretically and in terms of possibility.

Addressing this question is feasible within the realm of dramaturgy (the analysis of dramatic components). One of the most critical elements of drama is "character," which is shaped and developed through interaction with the story's flow. Therefore, character development is a fundamental aspect of events in the chain of causes and effects within the story's environment. A narrative lacking character development falls outside the realm of literature and belongs to historical writing.

This research emphasizes the literary nature of Quranic stories and presents a multi-layered model of the concept of character development, demonstrating that each prophet, such as Abraham and Joseph, possesses a central character core, an inner layer, and an outer layer of personality. These characters establish meaningful connections with the events of the story. Additionally, the transformation and evolution of characters occur in a manner consistent with their personality traits and circumstances, ensuring that it does not contradict the infallibility and dignity of the prophets.