Sastra Arab Pada Masa Modern: Kajian Novel Sayap-Sayap Patah Karya Khalil Gibran

Abstract

One of Khalil Gibran's most influential works is the novel Broken Wings, first published in 1912. The novel tells a tragic love story hindered by social structures and religious authority, illustrating how pure love can be destroyed by inhumane norms. This study aims to analyze the intrinsic elements within Broken Wings. The research employs a descriptive qualitative method, with data sourced from the novel itself and relevant scholarly journals. The data were analyzed using techniques of data reduction, data presentation, verification, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that Gibran presents a literary work that is not only emotionally resonant but also rich in social critique, particularly toward oppressive traditions and religious domination that restrict individual freedom. By blending Eastern spirituality with Western rationalism, Gibran voices the struggle of sincere love against repressive power and societal norms. Intrinsic elements such as plot, character, and poetic language enhance the novel's moral messages of sincerity, sacrifice, and personal freedom. This study concludes that Broken Wings is more than a personal narrative—it serves as a mirror reflecting broader social realities, making it highly relevant to the discourse of modern Arabic literary criticism. Through a humanistic and progressive literary approach, Gibran paves the way for a transformation in Arabic literature, encouraging a freer, more critical, and universal mode of expression. The novel stands as a significant reference point for understanding literature's role as a medium of resistance against injustice and cultural conservatism.