Arabiya Academy

Classical Arabic Literature – B23AU03DC

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About Course

Classical Arabic Literature (B23AU03DC) is a comprehensive course designed for undergraduate students who wish to explore the richness of classical Arabic literary heritage. This course provides a deep understanding of Qur’anic literature, Hadith literature, Fiqh studies, Uṣūl al-Fiqh, and the major prose and poetry traditions of the Pre-Islamic, Islamic, and Umayyad periods.
Learners will study selected classical texts, analyze literary styles, understand historical contexts, and appreciate the contributions of eminent poets and scholars.
This course is ideal for students pursuing Arabic language, Islamic studies, literary studies, or anyone wishing to deepen their mastery of classical Arabic sources.

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What Will You Learn?

  • By the end of the course, students will be able to:
  • Understand the key features and characteristics of Classical Arabic literature.
  • Explain the socio-cultural and historical background of early Arabic prose and poetry.
  • Analyze Qur’anic and Hadith texts with literary and contextual awareness.
  • Identify major genres and stylistic features in pre-Islamic, Islamic, and Umayyad periods.
  • Appreciate the literary contributions of early Arab poets and writers.
  • Understand the basics of Fiqh, Uṣūl al-Fiqh, and their impact on Arabic literature.
  • Analyze selected classical poems and prose passages.
  • Explain major themes, motifs, and rhetorical elements in classical texts.

Course Content

BLOCK 1: Qur’an Literature (أدب القرآن)

BLOCK 2: Hadith Literature (أدب الحديث)

BLOCK 3: Fiqh Studies (دراسات الفقه)

BLOCK 4: Uṣūl al-Fiqh (أصول الفقه)

BLOCK 5: Prose & Poetry in Pre-Islamic and Islamic Period

BLOCK 6: Prose & Poetry in the Umayyad Period

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