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Abstract

The Quranic narrative stands as a prominent manifestation of the Quran's miraculous nature, and storytelling is one of its most significant methods for conveying its message and instilling it in people's hearts.A contemplative reading of the story of Prophet Yusuf (Joseph) reveals profound psychological dimensions, masterfully depicted by Allah the Almighty, portraying the inner workings of the human psyche. This is exemplified through a deep analysis of the ten brothers of Yusuf, whose hearts were consumed by jealousy and envy. Their envy stemmed from selfish desires to monopolize their father's affection, leading them to feel threatened and ultimately plotting revenge-escalating even to the extreme thought of murder, the most severe form of aggression. Scholars and exegetes have explored the connection between the Quran and psychology, with many examining human motives, emotions, inclinations, and the diverse patterns of human personality. This is all drawn from the Quran's comprehensive engagement with the human soul at its various levels and its holistic concern for human psychology. The significance of this study lies in the importance of psychological interpretation of the Quran, which seeks to analyze Quranic narratives through the emotions and perceptions of the audience-whether as readers, listeners, contemplators, followers, or active participants. There is no text in the Quran devoid of such psychological depth, whether in its addresses to believers and non-believers, its dialogues, its stories, or its rulings and legislation.