Mohd Nizwan Musling2024-06-162024-06-1620232024-1-9Mohd Nizwan Musling. (2023). Reform Of Arabic Syntax By Mahdi Al-Makhzumi: Foundations And Aspects: تجديد النحو العربيّ عند مهدي المخزومي: أسسه ومظاهره. Al-Qanatir: International Journal of Islamic Studies, 32(2), 226–241. Retrieved from https://al-qanatir.com/aq/article/view/8102289-9944https://al-qanatir.com/aq/article/view/810https://al-qanatir.com/aq/article/view/810https://oarep.usim.edu.my/handle/123456789/19980Al-Qanatir International Journal of Islamic Studies Vol. 32 No. 2 (page:226–241)Arabic syntax has long captivated scholars and researchers, encompassing its inception, elucidation, application, and evolution over time. However, insufficient attention has been given to the aspect of reform, particularly in recognizing the contributions of early modern Arab scholars who were not products of Western academic education. Hence, this research endeavors to illuminate the work of one such reformer, Mahdi Al-Makhzumi. Its focus lies in examining his impartial perspectives on the pivotal concepts and notable traits essential for guiding the revitalization of Arabic syntax. This study adopts a descriptive-analytical approach, scrutinizing Al-Makhzumi's contributions in this domain alongside pertinent scholarly works, within the context of linguistic and grammatical analysis. A significant revelation from this exploration is the foundational necessity for the rejuvenation of Arabic syntax, pivoting on two core tenets: firstly, the liberation from inherent flaws within the philosophical-logical method, and secondly, the imperative of defining grammatical research with a primary emphasis on the sentence and its meanings. Al-Makhzumi's assertion of the sentence as the smallest unit of meaningful speech, even in the absence of supporting parts, stands as a cornerstone of his approach to revitalizing grammar. His method also advocates simplicity by restricting focus solely on nominal and verbal sentence categories. Furthermore, it delineates that Dhammah indicates Isnad, Kasrah signifies addition, and Fathah, while not carrying any intrinsic syntactic meaning, is a favored grammatical marker within Arab linguistic conventions.ArArabic SyntaxMahdi Al-MakhzumiIsnadReformSentencetext::journal::journal article::research article226241322