This brief guide to Arabic rhetoric covers mechanisms that are used to beautify discourse whilst keeping it linguistically unambiguous and compatible with the context. The Bayan section focuses on figures of speech and techniques that could be employed to express a single meaning clearly in different ways. The Badi’ section appreciates various linguistic features that give the Arabic discourse decorative elegance.
By being proficient in the art of speaking and persuasiveness, students will be able to appreciate the beauty of the verses of the Quran as well as develop their understanding of literary texts.
The author prays that Allah makes this a means for his salvation and forgiveness.
