مقدمة في أوزان الشعر - Arabic Poetry

Discover the Foundations of Arabic Poetry Meter

Unlock the secrets of Qafiya (rhyme) and Bahor (meter) with this comprehensive introduction to the principles of Arabic poetic meter, established over 1300 years ago by the renowned scholar Al-Khalil bin Ahmad Al-Farahidi. This course will equip you with the knowledge to understand and apply the fundamental elements of classical Arabic poetry.

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Master Standard Arabic Poetic Meters: Learn the core Bahor (meter) used in traditional Arabic poetry.
• Understand Meter and its Patterns: Explore the various Awzan (meter patterns) and their Taf'ilat (patterns of repetition and variation).
• Compose Poetry with Musicality: Grasp how poets structure their verses using different meters and rhythms to create unique musical effects.

This course is designed to provide a solid foundation for your own poetic journey. We'll focus on building a strong understanding of the rules for writing elegant, well-structured Arabic poetry, free from errors that can disrupt the flow and beauty of the verse.

Course Features:

• Clear and Concise Language: We avoid unnecessary jargon, focusing on practical understanding.
• Practical Application: Emphasis is placed on applying the concepts to your own writing.
• Efficient Learning: The course is structured for brevity and clarity.
• Gradual Progression: You'll learn the meters in a logical order, starting with the easiest to apply (the Safi meters).

The course is divided into eight simple and thorough lessons, requiring no prior literary or linguistic expertise.

Course Outline:

• Lesson 1: Introduction: An overview of Arabic poetic meter and its importance.
• Lesson 2: Principles of Prosody and Poetic Segmentation: Understanding the basics of ʿArūḍ (prosody) and how to break down poetic lines.
• Lesson 3: Al-Mutadarrik Meter: Exploring the Al-Mutadarrik (interrupted) meter.
• Lesson 4: Al-Mutaqārib Meter: Delving into the Al-Mutaqārib (approaching) meter.
• Lesson 5: Al-Harjal Meter: Understanding the Al-Harjal (disordered) meter.
• Lesson 6: Al-Kamal Meter: Exploring the Al-Kamal (completeness) meter.
• Lesson 7: Al-Rajaz Meter: Learning the Al-Rajaz (rhythmic) meter.
• Lesson 8: Al-Ramal Meter: Mastering the Al-Ramal (sand grain) meter.

Course Conclusion: A final assessment to evaluate your understanding of the material.

Personalized Support: I'll be available to answer your questions and address any concerns you may have throughout the course, via the platform or through direct email communication.

We wish you success and a rewarding learning experience!