Classical Arabic-language poet known for qasidah and ghazal forms of poetry, critical of societal and religious norms.
Medieval anecdotal form of prose designed to be both edifying and entertaining
Accounts of lives of saints, prophets, and Companions of the Prophet Muhammad as portrayed in Islamic literature and various media.
An originally Indian allegory narrated by two jackals with stories aimed to guide humanity on ethical and moral issues.
Malfuzat refers to the written records of audiences and question-and-answer sessions with notable scholars or Sufis, providing historical context, teachings, and attitudes, often presented in chronological order and dated.
Modern Egyptian writer known for simplifying Arabic prose and adapting European works.
Persian poet known for his influential work the Khamsa or Panj Ganj, comprising five epic poems.
A polythematic poem, typically structured as an ode, distinguished by stringent metrical rules and focused on several primary themes.
A literary and scholarly form found in various fields including theology, law, and literature, often used to convey messages, letters, essays, or treatises.
A collection of biographical accounts of noteworthy individuals, primarily mystics and scholars, often including narrative elements and personal anecdotes.
A genre of long poems, often written in rhyming couplets, that is popular among mystics and often involves themes of heroism, romanticism, and separation from a lover.
Understanding the evolution of 'Riwayah' in premodern and modern Islamic contexts
Understand the term 'MUWAT̤T̤Aʾ,' its origins, and its importance in Islamic traditions. Discover the contributions of Imām Mālik and the place of MUWAT̤T̤Aʾ in the corpus of Hadith literature.
Explore the profound significance of Nahju 'l-Balāghah in Islamic thought. Understand its compilation, content, and its place in Islamic epistemology and eloquence.
Explore the term 'TAHẔĪB,' its meanings, historical significance, and usage among Shīʿahs in Islamic traditions. Dive into the contributions of Shaik͟h Abū Jaʿfar Muḥammad and the role of this book in Shīʿah Islamic literature.
Understanding the term 'Dīwān,' its historical usage, various applications in Islamic law, governance, literature, and its influence on contemporary contexts.
Explore the story of Zulaikha, more accurately Zalīkhāʾ (زليخاء), the wife of Potiphar, her encounter with Joseph as described in the Qur'an, and her influence on Islamic and Persian literature.
