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Application of Eltefat (reference switching) in the Holy Quran

When the interlocutor (after employing one of the first, second or third person pronouns) uses one of the mentioned pronouns again in a way that both of the pronouns refer to the same reference, Eltefat or reference switch¬ing takes place. Generally speaking, this rhetorical feature not only alleviates addresseeʹs boredom due to monotonous tone of speech, but also makes him pay more attention to the content of discourse. Furthermore, all six types of Eltefat (five of them having been mentioned in the Holy Quran) have their own specific characteristics. Signifiers utilized for signifying kindness and closeness, for instance, are features of reference switching from third person into second person. Needless to say, this rhetorical feature has other specific characteristics which should be analyzed and discussed thoroughly in its proper place.