Light’ as a Source Domain for Metaphors in the Holy Quran

Conceptual Metaphor Theory (CMT) sees metaphor as a means to conceptualize abstracts in everyday discourse employing concrete. This research investigates the use of “Light” (Nur Arabic) metaphorically source domain several concepts (target domains) Quran, for instance, “THE QURAN IS LIGHT”. The study explores power non-literary relying on and its hypotheses. Additionally, it will identify target domains which light is used domain. Furthermore, examine whether ‘Light’ has been or unidirectional relation that made only all occurrences Quran. For purpose this study, researchers descriptive-analytical approach analysis. Identification Procedure (MIP) tool checking metaphor. search sacred text resulted (43) word ‘Nur.’ proved ubiquitously creatively explain different crucial