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Overview of Literary Criticism

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What is noted about Arabic criticism during a long period of time?

It focused on moral judgments.

It revolved around pure impressionism. (correct)

It emphasized structuralism in poetry.

It was dominated by historical analysis.

What is implied by the references to social and moral proprieties in poetry?

Criticism of poetry strictly evaluates its artistic value.

Social and moral contexts inform poetic critique. (correct)

Cultural norms have no impact on poetry.

Poetry is often unrelated to cultural norms.

What did the rules of Arabic criticism evolve from?

New theoretical approaches to literature.

Philosophical doctrines of the time.

A heritage of previous centuries. (correct)

Contemporary poetic forms.

How is the relationship between a poet and their subjects often analyzed?

In relation to societal and ethical conventions. Signup and view all the answers

What critique is made regarding the use of certain phrases in poetry?

They show a lack of understanding of context. Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of social behavior does Arabic poetry critique according to the provided content?

Expressions of generosity in specific contexts. Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant shift in the study of poetry during the late second Hijri century?

It began to involve scholars of language and grammar. Signup and view all the answers

In the critique of poetic phrases, what is a key characteristic that is often considered?

The implied moral or ethical judgment. Signup and view all the answers

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Overview of Critique in Arabic Literature

Arab criticism historically focused on pure impressionism, assessing poetry based primarily on personal reactions.
Judgments often compared verses or distinguished between individual lines rather than offering systemic critiques.
By the late 2nd century AH, the study of poetry became integrated with efforts from linguists and grammarians, reflecting a shift towards more analytical approaches.
Initial critical principles emerged, some implicit and others explicit, often inherited from previous intellectual traditions.

Principle of Decorum in Criticism

The concept of decorum is highlighted through examples where poets failed to meet social and ethical expectations in their work.
The poet Al-Shamakh is critiqued for implying a lack of gratitude in his praise of his she-camel by saying, “Let her bleed the blood of the neck,” indicating poor decorum.
A critique of the poem "Al-Wafir" underscores that showing generosity only when intoxicated does not reflect true noble behavior.
These critiques showcase that evaluating poetry involves examining its relationship with social conventions and moral standards rather than merely judging the poetry itself.

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This quiz delves into the principles of Arabic literary criticism until the late century. It explores the evolution from pure impressionism to the establishment of explicit and implicit rules, influenced by linguistic and grammatical studies. Understand how criticism has transformed and contributed to the study of poetry.