The Morphology of the Story of Pir Changy Based on Vladimir Propp's Theory
Document Type : Original Article
Authors
University of Religions and Denominations.Faculty of Religion and Art
Abstract
Abstract
This article examines the narrative structure of the story of *Pīr-e Changī* (the Old Harpist) from Rumi's *Masnavi*, using Vladimir Propp's morphological approach. The aim of this study is to demonstrate how mystical tales, despite their spiritual complexity and profound content, can follow the well-established narrative structures found in folk literature. To this end, the main functions and elements of the narrative in the *Pīr-e Changī* story are identified and aligned with Propp's structural roles. Central characters such as the Old Harpist and Omar in this tale emerge as mystical symbols within the framework of Propp’s roles, each contributing uniquely to the development and reinforcement of the story's spiritual messages. Findings reveal that this tale not only aligns with Propp's proposed structures but also uses them to clarify the allegories and mystical meanings within. This research suggests that structural theories, particularly Propp's model, can be effective tools for analyzing classical texts and for understanding the deeper layers of their spiritual messages. Additionally, recommendations are offered for further research in the narrative analysis of mystical stories based on modern theories to enhance the comprehension of these texts.
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Volume 20, Issue 1 - Serial Number 39
June 2024Pages 181-214
- Receive Date: 11 November 2024
- Revise Date: 04 January 2025
- Accept Date: 03 February 2025
- Publish Date: 15 June 2025