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Arabic Rhetoric III (Albadeeú)

This course, Arabic Rhetoric III (*Al-Badee'u*), is a three-credit unit course that explores the concept and significance of *Al-Badee'u* (Aesthetics) in Arabic Rhetoric. It covers the definition, history, and domains of *Ilm al-Badee'*, including both moral and verbal محسنات. Students will learn about various techniques such as *mutabaqah*, *muqabala*, and *mubalagha*, with examples and illustrations to enhance understanding and application.

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208h
Study Time
13
Weeks
16h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Arabic RhetoricAl-Badee'uLiterary AestheticsMuhsinatRhetorical Devices

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Ilm al-Badee'

2

Mutabaqah (طباق)

3

Muqabala (مقابلة)

4

Mubalagha (مبالغة)

5

Tawriya (التورية)

6

Jam'u and Tafriq

7

Uslub al-Hakim

Total Topics7 topics

Requirements

Knowledge and skills recommended for success

ARA321

ARA322

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Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: تعريف واتريخ وجماالت علم البديع

3h

Unit 1: Definition, History and Domains of Ilm al-Badee'

3 study hours
  • •Read the introduction to Arabic Rhetoric III and understand the scope of Al-Badee'u.
  • •Define Ilm al-Badee' and its significance in Arabic literature.
  • •Review the historical background and development of Ilm al-Badee'.
  • •Identify the various domains and applications of Ilm al-Badee'.
Week
2

Module 1: تعريف واتريخ وجماالت علم البديع

3h

Unit 2: احملسنات البديعية املعنوية-املطابقة

3 study hours
  • •Study the concept of *mutabaqah* (طباق) and its types.
  • •Analyze examples of *mutabaqah* in classical Arabic texts.
  • •Identify the rhetorical effect of *mutabaqah* in enhancing the meaning.
  • •Differentiate between *mutabaqah al-ijab* and *mutabaqah al-salb*.
Week
3

Module 1: تعريف واتريخ وجماالت علم البديع

3h

Unit 3: احملسنات البديعية املعنوية-املقابلة

3 study hours
  • •Explore the concept of *muqabala* (مقابلة) and its role in Arabic rhetoric.
  • •Compare and contrast *mutabaqah* and *muqabala* with examples.
  • •Identify the different types of *muqabala* based on the number of opposing elements.
  • •Analyze the impact of *muqabala* on the overall rhetorical effect.
Week
4

Module 2:

3h

Unit 1: احملسنات البديعية املعنوية-املبالغة

3 study hours
  • •Define *mubalagha* (مبالغة) and its significance in Arabic rhetoric.
  • •Study the different types of *mubalagha*: *al-ighraq* (اإلغراق) and *al-ghulu* (الغلو).
  • •Analyze examples of *mubalagha* in classical Arabic poetry.
  • •Identify the conditions under which *mubalagha* is considered acceptable.
Week
5

Module 2:

3h

Unit 2: الاغراق

3 study hours
  • •Examine the concept of *al-ighraq* (االغراق) and its characteristics.
  • •Identify examples of *al-ighraq* in Arabic literature.
  • •Analyze the rhetorical effect of *al-ighraq* in enhancing the meaning.
  • •Distinguish between acceptable and unacceptable forms of *al-ighraq*.
Week
6

Module 2:

3h

Unit 3: الغلو

3 study hours
  • •Study the concept of *al-ghulu* (الغلو) and its characteristics.
  • •Identify examples of *al-ghulu* in Arabic poetry.
  • •Analyze the rhetorical effect of *al-ghulu* in creating emphasis.
  • •Recognize the potential pitfalls of using *al-ghulu* excessively.
Week
7

Module 2:

3h

Unit 4: الايغال

3 study hours
  • •Define *al-iyghal* (اإليغال) and its usage in Arabic rhetoric.
  • •Analyze examples of *al-iyghal* in classical Arabic texts.
  • •Understand how *al-iyghal* adds depth and complexity to the expression.
  • •Identify the conditions under which *al-iyghal* is most effective.
Week
8

Module 2:

3h

Unit 5: التتميم

3 study hours
  • •Explore the concept of *al-tatmim* (التتميم) and its role in Arabic rhetoric.
  • •Analyze examples of *al-tatmim* in classical Arabic literature.
  • •Understand how *al-tatmim* enhances the completeness of the expression.
  • •Identify the different types of *al-tatmim* based on their function.
Week
9

Module 3:

3h

Unit 1: التورية

3 study hours
  • •Define *tawriya* (التورية) and its significance in Arabic rhetoric.
  • •Study the different types of *tawriya*: *mujarada*, *murashaha*, and *mubaiyana*.
  • •Analyze examples of *tawriya* in classical Arabic poetry.
  • •Understand how *tawriya* creates layers of meaning and enhances the rhetorical effect.
Week
10

Module 3:

3h

Unit 2: التقسيم

3 study hours
  • •Explore the concept of *taqsim* (التقسيم) and its role in Arabic rhetoric.
  • •Analyze examples of *taqsim* in classical Arabic literature.
  • •Understand how *taqsim* enhances the clarity and organization of the expression.
  • •Identify the different types of *taqsim* based on their structure.
Week
11

Module 3:

3h

Unit 3: االلتفات

3 study hours
  • •Define *iltifat* (االلتفات) and its significance in Arabic rhetoric.
  • •Study the different types of *iltifat*: shift in person, tense, or perspective.
  • •Analyze examples of *iltifat* in classical Arabic poetry.
  • •Understand how *iltifat* creates variety and enhances the rhetorical effect.
Week
12

Module 3:

3h

Unit 4: اجلمع والتفريق

3 study hours
  • •Explore the concepts of *jam'u* (اجلمع) and *tafriq* (التفريق) in Arabic rhetoric.
  • •Analyze examples of *jam'u* and *tafriq* in classical Arabic literature.
  • •Understand how *jam'u* and *tafriq* create emphasis and contrast.
  • •Identify the different types of *jam'u* and *tafriq* based on their structure.
Week
13

Module 4:

3h

Unit 1: أسلوب احلكيم

3 study hours
  • •Define *uslub al-hakim* (أسلوب احلكيم) and its significance in Arabic rhetoric.
  • •Study the different types of *uslub al-hakim*: responding indirectly or reinterpreting the question.
  • •Analyze examples of *uslub al-hakim* in classical Arabic texts.
  • •Understand how *uslub al-hakim* creates wit and enhances the rhetorical effect.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all units, focusing on definitions and examples of each rhetorical device.

2

Create flashcards for key terms and concepts.

3

Practice identifying rhetorical devices in sample Arabic texts.

4

Allocate specific time slots for focused study sessions each week.

5

Form a study group to discuss challenging concepts and share insights.

6

Review tutor-marked assignments (TMAs) and address any areas of weakness.

7

Practice analyzing different styles and registers of Arabic writing.

8

Create concept maps linking Units 3-5 to connect different rhetorical devices

9

Focus on understanding the nuances of meaning and context in each unit

10

Review all examples provided in the course material and find additional examples

11

Practice applying the concepts learned in each unit to new texts

12

Review the objectives at the beginning of each unit to ensure you have met them

13

Create a study schedule that allows for sufficient time to review each unit

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