Level 2: At this level, the student learns more rules in the sciences of NAHW (grammar), SARF (phonology), BALAGHA (rhetoric), and ADAB (literature), in addition to language skills. He will learn the details of the grammar he received at the introductory level. He will get acquainted with more grammatical terms. He will be introduced to new vocabulary and structures in the linguistic repertoire that will help him produce eloquent language. He will also memorize poetry from the sages, which will benefit him in real and academic life. After that, the student will be able to produce sentences of medium length and analyze literary texts of average difficulty.

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al-Balagha al-Wadiha: The Principles of Arabic Eloquence and Rhetoric

Mere facts don’t win arguments. What does, is the ability to effectively convey what you wish to say in the most beautiful and persuasive manner. This is where Rhetoric comes in.

Rhetoric, or Balagha, in Arabic, is the science of expressing something in the most effective way given the context. Many of these rules are shared amongst languages in general. Balagha, however, is the key to ‘tasting’ the inimitable beauty of the Qur’an.

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al Balagha al Wadiha is modern text which combines the two classical approaches of works of this science: precise definitions and analysis, with copious practical examples of the concepts it covers.

The text was authored by Ali al Jarim and Mustafa Amin.
Learning outcomes:

  • How the science of Balagha developed.
  • What ‘fasaha’ is.
  • What ‘balagha’ is.
  • The different styles of expression in Arabic.
  • The sub-sciences of al Ma’ani, al Bayan, and al Badi’; their main discussions, and the effects of each on the rhetorical impact of speech and writing.

Course 202 - Al-Tuhfa al-Saniyya Sharh al-Ajrumiyya Explained (English)

This is a middle-level course on Arabic grammar for students who understand the basic fundamentals of Arabic grammar. Shaykh Muhyi al-Din Abd al- Hamid's Tuhfa al-Saniyya adds to the skeletal structure of the Ajrumiyyah with essential details and a precise educational method, in addition to exercises and questions at the end of each chapter. For students of the Arabic language who have completed the study of the Ajrumiyya, or similar primer, with understanding.

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Shaykh Muhyi al Din Abdal Hamid's popular commentary on the Ajrumiyya is an ideal first commentary on grammar after having studied the Ajrumiyya or a similar primer on Arabic grammar. He explains the text of the Ajrumiyya providing clear and functional definitions, and introduces important details without delving into the involved discussions of the grammarians. His commentary is motivated by a clear and effective educational method and includes beneficial exercises and grammatical analysis at the end of each chapter. "Whoever guides someone to goodness will have a similar reward"-- The Prophet (Peace and Blessings Be Upon Him)
Who is this course for:
  • This is a first-level supplementary course in Step Two
  • Before taking this course, take The Ajrumiyya Explained.
Learning outcomes:
  • The main topics of Arabic grammar that one is likely to encounter when reading classical texts in a clear and approachable way
  • Grammatical analysis of sentences according to the methodology of traditional Islamic scholarship
  • An appreciation for the classical Arabic language
  • The ability to access class