ABSTRACT
This study, employing socio-ecological resilience theory and a therapeutic narrative approach, aims to explore how the narrative in literature can strengthen community resilience during an epidemic. Data were collected through textual and historical context analysis of the novel al-Wabā' by Ḥānī al-Rāhib and a review of relevant literature on the applied theories. This research significantly contributes to the field by highlighting the role of Arabic literature in supporting sustainability goals and enhancing the understanding of public health challenges through storytelling. However, the study's focus on a single Arabic literary work limits its scope. Further research is recommended to validate these findings across other Arabic literary texts and broader contexts. The study concludes that literature can function as a therapeutic medium for addressing collective trauma and reinforcing community resilience in times of crisis.
