​Gist of Arabic Rhetoric

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Gist of Arabic Rhetoric (Book 1: Foundation)
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About the book

​Specifically tailored for novice learners seeking a structured, clear introduction to the core principles of ‘Ilm al-Balāghah (Arabic Rhetoric).
​Classical Foundations: Synthesizes complex concepts from premier works of Qur’anic Exegesis (Al-Taḥrīr wa al-Tanwīr, Al-Tafsīr al-Munīr, I‘rāb al-Qur’ān) and foundational rhetoric texts (Jawāhir al-Balāghah, Al-Balāghah al-Wāḍiḥah), demystifying them without sacrificing academic rigor.

​Balanced Structure: Features twenty foundational lessons evenly split across the three core disciplines of rhetoric:
​Section I: ‘Ilm al-Ma‘ānī (Semantics)
​Section II: ‘Ilm al-Bayān (Figures of Speech & Expression)
​Section III: ‘Ilm al-Badī‘ (Rhetorical Embellishment)
​Pedagogical Features & Highlights
​Concise Summaries: Every lesson distills key takeaways for quick review and easy retention.
​Interactive Learning: Includes thought-provoking questions and practical exercises in every chapter to encourage critical analysis and hands-on application.
​Free Answer Key: Access a free downloadable answer key from the website to self-assess and track progress.

Gist of Arabic Rhetoric (Book 2: Advanced)
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About Book 2

​Built for students ready to progress beyond the basics, navigate subtle nuances, and master advanced applications of the science.
​Advanced Scholarship: Elevates the reader’s understanding by integrating high-level insights from advanced works of exegesis and rhetoric, including Tafsīr Abī Sa‘ūd, Ṣafwah al-Tafsīr, and Talkhīṣ al-Miftāḥ.
​Comprehensive Scope: Comprises twenty advanced lessons that systematically build upon the three core disciplines (Ma‘ānī, Bayān, and Badī‘) at a higher academic level.
​Pedagogical Features & Highlights
​Structured Reinforcement: Features lesson-by-lesson summaries to lock in complex rhetorical concepts.
​Analytical Practice: Loaded with advanced exercises and analytical questions designed to refine the reader’s appreciation of Qur’anic rhetoric.
​Free Answer Key: Includes access to a free downloadable answer key from the website for independent study.

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