Makna Denotatif, Konotatif, dan Mitos Mahfudzat ManJadda wa Jada: Analisis Semiotika Roland Barthes
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Adi Pandu Winata
Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Fatah Palembang, Indonesia
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Armasito Armasito
Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Fatah Palembang, Indonesia
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https://doi.org/10.59548/js.v4i1.632Keywords:
Semantics, Denotation, Myth, ConnotationAbstract
The saying “Man jadda wa jadda” is often used in the Islamic education tradition and carries a moral message about diligence and success. This expression is frequently used, especially in the educational context, as a motivational principle for everyday life. This study aims to analyze the semantic meaning of the expression using Roland Barthes' semiotic approach. The research method employed is a descriptive qualitative approach with text analysis techniques. The analysis is conducted on several levels: surface meaning, associative meaning, and mythic (ideological) meaning. The findings indicate that at the surface level, the expression signifies a causal relationship between seriousness and success. On an associative level, the expression encompasses values such as diligence, optimism, and a sense of responsibility. On a mythic level, the expression constructs a meritocratic ideology that is dominant in society, where success is determined by individual effort.
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