Table Formula Archetype List Lower - warwickfoster/qurantools GitHub Wiki

The formula-archetype-list-lower table organizes formulaic expressions by their archetypal forms, categorizing repeated patterns into simplified or "lower-case" structures for linguistic generalization. It is instrumental in recognizing underlying archetypes in the Qur'an's repetitive stylistic elements.

Analysis of the formula-archetype-list-lower Table

Below is the detailed analysis and description of each field in the formula-archetype-list-lower table, including the table name as a left-hand column.

Table Name Field Name Description
formula-archetype-list-lower FORMULA ID A unique identifier for each formula archetype, used as the primary key for indexing and referencing.
formula-archetype-list-lower FORMULA LOWER A lowercase representation of the formula archetype, consisting of concatenated root elements separated by +.
formula-archetype-list-lower LENGTH The number of root elements or components in the formula archetype.
formula-archetype-list-lower TYPE The classification or category of the formula archetype, such as ROOT, indicating that the formula is based on root patterns in the Quran.

Key Insights

  1. Field Relationships:

    • FORMULA ID uniquely identifies each formula archetype, linking it to other data sources or tables that analyze Quranic linguistic patterns.
    • FORMULA LOWER standardizes the formula for consistent analysis, ensuring case-insensitive comparisons across different datasets.

  2. Formula Analysis:

    • The FORMULA LOWER field breaks down formulas into their root components, providing insights into Quranic linguistic structures and recurring patterns.
    • The LENGTH field specifies the size of the formula, allowing for classification and segmentation of formulas by their complexity.

  3. Applications:

    • This table supports linguistic analysis by categorizing Quranic formulas and linking them to specific root structures or patterns.
    • The TYPE field, with the value ROOT, emphasizes the focus on root-based formulas, which are fundamental in Arabic morphology and Quranic exegesis.

Example Interpretation of Data:

  • Row 1: Formula with ID 1 has the structure smw+alh+rhm+rhm, consisting of 4 root elements (LENGTH = 4) and is classified as a ROOT formula.
  • Row 10: Formula with ID 10 has the structure alh+qlb+sme+bsr, also consisting of 4 root elements, and is similarly categorized as a ROOT formula.

Contextual Significance:

  • Focus on Roots:
    • The table highlights the centrality of root-based formulas in Quranic linguistic analysis, reflecting the importance of roots in Arabic language studies.
  • Archetype Identification:
    • By standardizing and categorizing formula archetypes, this table serves as a foundational reference for identifying recurring patterns and their theological or linguistic significance.

First 10 Rows Example

FORMULA ID FORMULA LOWER LENGTH TYPE
1 smw+alh+rhm+rhm 4 ROOT
2 hmd+alh+rbb+elm 4 ROOT
3 hdy+srt+qwm+srt 4 ROOT
4 qwm+slw+rzq+nfq 4 ROOT
5 slw+rzq+nfq+amn 4 ROOT
6 amn+nzl+nzl+qbl 4 ROOT
7 axr+yqn+hdy+rbb 4 ROOT
8 yqn+hdy+rbb+flh 4 ROOT
9 swy+nr+nr+amn 4 ROOT
10 alh+qlb+sme+bsr 4 ROOT