The mental reflection of camels in the Arabic proverb

Abstract

This study examines the mental representation of camels in Arabic proverbs, connecting prose with rhetorical art. It addresses key questions: How was the mental image of camels formed? What is their role in constructing similes? How do Arabic proverbs relate to? similes? How does mental structure influence proverbs. The study analyzes Arabic proverbs about camels through comparative interpretation methodology, examining their structure, formation methods, and function in Arab mentality. This approach reveals the deep cultural significance of camels in Arabic linguistic heritage .and their symbolic value in traditional wisdom. The research is organized into an introduction, preface, three chapters, and conclusion. The introduction presents the topic's significance, research questions, previous studies, methodology, and structure. The preface explores camels in Arab mentality, their historical importance, cultural status, and their entry into linguistic domains. Chapter one defines mental representation and examines Arabic proverbs' creative structure and rhetorical devices. Chapter two contrasts similes with Arabic proverbs, highlighting their distinctive features and interconnections. Chapter three analyzes selected proverbs, exploring their mental, linguistic, and cultural dimensions and their impact on semantic fields. The conclusion summarizes the key findings and their implications for understanding Arabic rhetorical traditions.