This level concludes the specialized rhetorical path with a deep exploration of ʿIlm al-Badīʿ (Science of Rhetorical Beautification). Students learn how to enhance speech and writing with verbal and semantic aesthetics, and practice the art of rhetorical appreciation at the highest level.
This level includes:
- Reading and Expression Book
- Rhetoric Book: ʿIlm al-Badīʿ
- Reading and Expression
This book focuses on highly artistic and eloquent texts, both classical and modern, to develop the student’s literary taste and expressive finesse.
Key components:
- High-level literary and rhetorical texts from the Islamic and Arabic heritage.
- Advanced exercises in writing sermons, narratives, and literary essays.
- Opportunities to craft emotionally powerful and stylistically refined content.
- Rhetoric Book – ʿIlm al-Badīʿ (Science of Rhetorical Beautification)
This book introduces students to the art of enhancing meaning and form through rhetorical devices, strengthening their linguistic intuition and stylistic versatility.
Major topics include:
- Verbal embellishments (al-muḥassināt al-lafẓiyyah):
e.g., Jinās (paronomasia), Sajʿ (rhymed prose), Tawriya (double entendre) - Semantic embellishments (al-muḥassināt al-maʿnawiyyah):
e.g., Ṭibāq (antithesis), Muqābalah (parallelism), Ḥusn al-Taʿlīl (motivated justification), and Iltifāt (rhetorical shift) - The impact of rhetorical devices on enhancing meaning and intensifying expression
- Comparative analysis between richly embellished texts and their plain counterparts to foster a critical stylistic sense
This level marks the culmination of the Arabic Rhetoric Program on our platform. By its conclusion, the student will possess a solid foundation in the three sciences of Arabic rhetoric — Maʿānī, Bayān, and Badīʿ — and be well-equipped to interpret, appreciate, and produce advanced rhetorical and literary expressions.
Alternative Track: Specialized Elective Path
Beyond the core curriculum, our platform offers a Specialized Elective Path, giving students the freedom to choose from a wide range of linguistic courses based on their personal interests, goals, and current level. This path is designed for more focused and personalized study, allowing learners to deepen their understanding in areas they find most relevant.
Students may choose to study from a variety of renowned Arabic language series for non-native speakers, such as:
- Al-‘Arabiyyah Bayna Yadayk series
- Ibn Saud Arabic Curriculum
- Al-Asāsī series
- Al-Madīnah Books
- And other widely recognized programs designed for teaching Arabic as a foreign language
In this track, students can focus on:
- Expression and reading development
- Grammar (syntax) and morphology
- Classical linguistic treatises (e.g., Al-Ājurrūmiyyah, Qaṭr al-Nadā, Shudhūr al-Dhahab)
Key Features of This Path:
- Comprehensive and well-structured study plans tailored to the chosen textbook
- Clear, in-depth explanations of linguistic concepts, with a focus on genuine understanding
- Qualified instructors with extensive experience in teaching Arabic linguistics
- Personalized academic support and ongoing feedback to help students progress
- Flexible planning, allowing students to advance at their own pace and according to their interests
Ideal for:
- Learners seeking to specialize in a particular field (e.g., grammar, rhetoric, or expressive writing)
- Students wishing to complete traditional linguistic texts under expert guidance
- Individuals looking for customized learning paths suited to their current level and future goals