ARABIC RHETORIC II ( al- Ma'ani)
- Arts
- 300 level
- 2 credit units
- 70 pages
- 6 units
This course introduces students to the fundamental components of Arabic Rhetoric, focusing on parts of speech and style. It explores nouns, verbs, and particles, equipping students with the ability to express themselves rhetorically in both spoken and written Arabic. The course aims to enhance students' understanding of Arabic language styles and their ability to construct rhetorically perfect expressions.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 20 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of ARA321, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
ARA321 · Module 1: .وواضعه،موضعه،التعريف بعلم المعاني:الفصل الول
Each unit contains a number of self-tests. These self-test questions on the sections you have just covered are meant to help to evaluate your progress and to reinforce your understanding of the materials. Alongside with your tutor- marked assignments, these exercises will assist you in achieving the stated learning objectives of the individuals units and of the course.
What you should be able to do
- Define and differentiate between the core concepts of Arabic rhetoric.
- Identify and analyze different styles in Arabic language.
- Utilize nouns, verbs, and particles effectively in written and spoken Arabic.
- Construct rhetorically perfect Arabic sentences.
- Apply the principles of al-Ma'ani in analyzing Arabic texts.
- Understand the nuances of الوصل and الفصل in Arabic discourse.
What it prepares you for
- Arabic Language Specialist
- Translator
- Content Writer
- Linguist
- Education
- Translation Services
- Media
- Research
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 2: في تقسيم الالم إلى خبر وإنشاء
Unit 3: في تقسيم الالم إلى خبر وإنشاء: المبحث الثالث: في حقيقة النشاء وتقسيمه
Understanding the nuances between different forms of 'إنشاء' and their appropriate usage requires careful attention to context and rhetorical effect.
- Module 4: في القصر
Unit 8: Module 4. الباب الرابع: في القصر. المبحث الول: في طرق القصر
Distinguishing between حقيقي and إضافي القصر requires a deep understanding of the context and the intended meaning.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 39 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: التعريف بعلم المعاني، موضعه، وواضعه
Unit 1: التعريف بعلم المعاني، موضعه، وواضعه · 3 hours
Read the introduction to علم المعاني. Understand the definition of علم المعاني. Identify the founder and sources of علم المعاني. Familiarize yourself with the terminology used in البلغة.
- Week 2Module 2: في تقسيم الالم إلى خبر وإنشاء
Unit 2: في تقسيم الالم إلى خبر وإنشاء: المبحث الاول في حقيقة الابر · 3 hours
Study the definition of الخبر. Understand the purposes of الخبر. Learn about the different ways المتكلم presents الخبر to the مخاطب. Identify the three states of the مخاطب.
- Week 3Module 2: في تقسيم الالم إلى خبر وإنشاء
Unit 3: في تقسيم الالم إلى خبر وإنشاء: المبحث الثالث: في حقيقة النشاء وتقسيمه · 3 hours
Study the definition of الإنشاء. Differentiate between الإنشاء الطلبي and الإنشاء غير الطلبي. Learn about the five types of الإنشاء الطلبي: المر, النهي, الاستفهام, التمني, and النداء. Understand the different forms and meanings of المر.
- Week 4Module 2: في تقسيم الالم إلى خبر وإنشاء
Unit 4: في تقسيم الالم إلى خبر وإنشاء: القسم الثاني: في النهي and القسم الثالث: في الستفهام · 3 hours
Study the definition of النهي. Understand the different meanings of النهي. Study the definition of الاستفهام. Learn about the tools of الاستفهام: الهمزة, هل, ما, متى, and others.
- Week 5Module 2: في تقسيم الالم إلى خبر وإنشاء
Unit 5: في تقسيم الالم إلى خبر وإنشاء: القسم الرابع: في التمني and القسم الخير: في النداء · 3 hours
Study the definition of التمني. Learn about the tools of التمني: ليت, هل, لو, and لعل. Study the definition of النداء. Learn about the tools of النداء: الهمزة, اي, يا, آي, and others.
- Week 6Module 3: في الذكر والحذف: (أحوال المسند إليه)
Unit 6: في الذكر والحذف: (أحوال المسند إليه) المبحث الول: أحوال المسند إليه في الذكر · 3 hours
Understand the concept of أحوال المسند إليه. Learn about the cases where المسند إليه is mentioned. Study the reasons for mentioning المسند إليه. Understand the concept of الحذف (المسند اليه).
- Week 7Module 3: في الذكر والحذف: (أحوال المسند إليه)
Unit 7: في الذكر والحذف: (أحوال المسند إليه) المبحث الثاني في الحذف (ال ممسند اليه) · 3 hours
Learn about the cases where المسند إليه is omitted. Study the reasons for omitting المسند إليه. Understand the concept of القصر. Learn about the definition of القصر in language and terminology.
- Week 8Module 4: في القصر
Unit 8: Module 4. الباب الرابع: في القصر. المبحث الول: في طرق القصر · 3 hours
Study the ways of القصر. Learn about the tools of القصر: النفي والاستثناء, إنما, العطف, and التقديم. Understand the division of القصر based on reality and fact.
- Week 9Module 4: في القصر
Unit 9: Module 4. الباب الرابع: في القصر. المبحث الثالث: في تقسيم القصر باعتبار طرفيه · 3 hours
Study the division of القصر based on its two parts. Learn about قصر الصفة على موصوف and قصر موصوف على صفة. Understand the division of القصر الإضافي.
- Week 10Module 5: في الوصل والفصل
Unit 10: Module 5. الباب الاامس: في الوصل والفصل. المبحث الول: تعريف الوصل والفصل في حدود البلغة · 3 hours
Study the definition of الوصل and الفصل. Learn about the positions of الوصل. Understand the positions of الفصل. Study the positions of الفصل.
- Week 11Module 5: في الوصل والفصل
Unit 11: Module 5. الباب الاامس: في الوصل والفصل. المبحث الثالث: في تفصيل مواضع الفصل الامسة السابقة · 3 hours
Learn about the positions of الفصل. Study the definition of اليجاز. Understand the types of اليجاز: إيجاز قصر and إيجاز حذف.
- Week 12Module 6: في اليجاز والطناب والمساواة
Unit 12: Module 6. البا مب السادس: في اليجاز والطناب والمساواة. المبحث الثاني في الطناب وأقسامه · 3 hours
Study the definition of الطناب. Learn about the types of الطناب. Understand the definition of المساواة.
- Week 13Module 6: في اليجاز والطناب والمساواة
Unit 13: Module 6. البا مب السادس: في اليجاز والطناب والمساواة. المبحث الثالث: في ال ممساواة · 3 hours
Review all units and modules. Prepare for assignments and final examination.
Preparing for the exam
- Focus on understanding the definitions and applications of key concepts like 'الخبر', 'الإنشاء', 'القصر', 'الوصل', and 'الفصل'.
- Practice analyzing examples from the Quran and classical Arabic literature to identify rhetorical devices.
- Create flashcards for Arabic rhetorical terms and their definitions.
- Review tutor-marked assignments and self-assessment exercises to identify areas for improvement.
- Allocate time to practice constructing your own rhetorically sound Arabic sentences.
- Pay close attention to the nuances of meaning conveyed by different rhetorical techniques.
Questions students ask about this course
What is ARA321 about?
This course introduces students to the fundamental components of Arabic Rhetoric, focusing on parts of speech and style. It explores nouns, verbs, and particles, equipping students with the ability to express themselves rhetorically in both spoken and written Arabic. The course aims to enhance students' understanding of Arabic language styles and their ability to construct rhetorically perfect expressions.
How many units does ARA321 have?
ARA321, ARABIC RHETORIC II ( al- Ma'ani), has 6 units across 6 modules, over 70 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is ARA321?
ARA321 carries 2 credit units, at 300 level in Arts.
Is ARA321 hard?
ARA321 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical work.
How long does ARA321 take to study?
About 20 hours of study, spread across its 6 units.
How is ARA321 assessed?
ARA321 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with ARA321?
Arabic Language Specialist, Translator, Content Writer and Linguist.