Abstract
The limitations existing in the classical structure of rhetoric make reforming it quite urgent. Most rhetoric precursors have limited rhetoric into three main categories and have defined ...
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The limitations existing in the classical structure of rhetoric make reforming it quite urgent. Most rhetoric precursors have limited rhetoric into three main categories and have defined each category. ReMore recent scientists of rhetoric often follow this classification and the related definitions.However, it is too difficult to apply this classification to litrary works and find relevant examples that correspond to its categories. In other words, there seems to be an urgent need to create new classifications including different subcategoreis, which leads to the reform of the classical structure.One of the most significant subjects in this domain is the concept of symbol and its status and definition in rhetoric.As in such diverse fields as mythology, psychology, sociology, art, mysticism, etc, symbolism can lead to fundamental changes and reforms in rhetoric, through creating new areas of research.The present study analyzes symbol and symbolism and discusses ints status in Persian rhetoric.
