Arabic Qahwa (Arabic Literature)

In this podcast episode, we discuss the incredible opportunities presented by online learning and how we can take advantage of them. Sheikh Muhammad Bailo, an experienced teacher at the Fluent Arabic ...

In this episode, we are joined by Sh. Ousmane Diallo and Sh. Mohammad Bailo to share their experience memorising and teaching the Qur’an al-Kareem. They also give some extremely valuable advice ...

The Mu'allaqah of the pre-Islamic poet Amr ibn Kulthum is one of the most stunningly beautiful poems in Arabic. In this episode we dive in deep, trying to understand the meanings and brilliance behind...

"I don’t ascend high mountains, except because of love     And I don’t sing poetry, except as medicine" Listen to one of the most moving poems in Arabic literature, where Majnun Layla expresses ...

Imru' al-Qays, was known as the wandering king, because he spent his life seeking revenge, and the re-establishment of his father's lost kingdom. He is sometimes referred to as the father of Arabic po...

We take a look through the eyes of Arabic literature at the art of praising oneself. Some poets were shameless when it came to self-promotion. But is this a good idea? Are there lessons to be learned?...

Listen to this Bizarre story from the pre-Islamic period where a war was fought for over 40 years between the tribes of Taghlib and Bakr over the killing of a camel. Listen to the stories of Kulayb, J...

An introduction to the Mu'allaqat or the Hanging odes. These are 7 poems that represent the finest of pre-Islamic Arabic poetry. The study of pre-Islamic poetry offers much insight into the language a...

An introduction to the Mu'allaqat or the Hanging odes. These are 7 poems that represent the finest of pre-Islamic Arabic poetry. The study of pre-Islamic poetry offers much insight into the language a...

Abu Isḥāq al-Ilbīrī al-Tujībī (d. 459 AH / 1067 CE) is said to have written this poem in response to a young man who had insulted him. Instead of replying in kind, which was the custom of poets, he de...

Abu Isḥāq al-Ilbīrī al-Tujībī (d. 459 AH / 1067 CE) is said to have written this poem in response to a young man who had insulted him. Instead of replying in kind, which was the custom of poets, he de...

In this episode, we will go through the wonderful book 'Hilyatu Talibil 'Ilm' by Sheikh Bakr Abu Zaid with the Sharh of Ibn Uthaymeen. The book talks about the etiquettes of seeking knowledge. Th...

The amazing story of how Muhammad al Andalusi went to Mauritania in search of knowledge. This interview offers some amazing insight into the life a talib ul ilm (a student of knowledge) living in Maur...

In this awesome episode with ustad Moustafa Elqabbany, professional translator and poet, we reflect on some amazing lines from the poem of Al-Ilbiri. Find out how this poem can really hit you hard, if...

What does the knowledge of Adab entail and what are its various benefits? Listens to the intriguing story behind the name 'Adab' and the many reasons why the books of Adab should be part of every l...

In this episode of the Arabic Qahwa Podcast, we discuss the importance of having a physical library at your house and the various advantages it brings. With the widespread availability of free Arab...

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The story behind Abu Al-Hasan An-Nadwi's international bestseller - What did the world lose by the decline of the Muslims....

What are the Sun and Moon letters in Arabic? Master this simple, but important rule for pronouncing Arabic words. Al-Ajrumiyyah tutorial: (Arabic Grammar Course for beginners) https://learn.flu...

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