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- Enhances efficiency and accuracy in

Lesson 1: TTL 1 teaching tasks
INTRODUCTION TO TECHNOLOGY FOR Challenges:
TEACHING AND LEARNING
- Limited access to resources and
Technology – application of scientific infrastructure
knowledge for practical purposes. - teacher and student ICT literacy
Educational technology- the use of - technical issues and maintenance
technology, tools, and resources to - ensuring responsible and ethical use
enhance teaching, learning, and
assessment. SAAL
Scope of technology in teaching and  INTRODUCTION TO
learning:
AFRO-ASIAN
Instructional tools:
LITERATURE
1. multimedia
2. computers Literature – comes from the Latin word
3. projectors “litaritura” or “litteratura” meaning writing
4. Smartboards formed with letters.

Learning resources: Asian- Earth’s largest and most populous

continent
1. Digital libraries
2. E-books Africa – the world’s second-largest and
3. Online modules second- most populous continent after asia.
Assessment & Feedback:  AFRO-ASIAN LITERATURE
- It is a term for writing written by
1. Online quizzes
people from mixed African Arab
2. E-portfolios
ethnicity, or African-Asian ethnicity.
3. LMS tools
- It mirrors not only the customs and
Communication & collaboration: traditions of African and Asian
countries but also their philosophy
1. Emails
of life which on the whole are deeply
2. Discussion boards
and predominantly contemplative
3. Virtual classroom
and hauntingly sweet.
Roles of ICT in Education - Literary works were handed by
mouth from generation to
Enhancer- improves instructional delivery
generation to entertain, educate and
and student engagement
remind the people about their past,
Facilitator- provides easy access to heroic deeds of their people,
information and learning resources ancestry and culture.

Organizer- supports lesson planning,

 HISTORICAL CONTEXTS
grading, and classroom management
- Colonization influenced culture,
Collaborator- promotes teamwork and language, and identity.
communication among teachers and - Wars and revolutions inspired
students. themes of freedom and resistance.
- Independence movements gave
Benefits of ICT integration:
people a voice through literature.
- Engages students in interactive
• LITERATURE SHAPED BY REAL HISTORY
learning
- Provides access to global • Influenced by colonization, wars, and
information and resources independence
- Supports personalized learning

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• Writers express struggles and resistance SENSE OF COMMUNITY: proverb - "go the way
that many people go; if you go alone, you will
COLONIAL PERIOD have reason to lament". Security tied to group
 FOREIGN COUNTRIES CONTROLLED identification.
AFRICA & ASIA SENSE OF GOOD HUMAN RELATIONS: dialogue
 Loss of freedom and culture and conversation are cherished. Unwillingness
 Discrimination and oppression to talk may be seen as bad manners or enmity.
 Literature became a voice of protest SENSE OF HOSPITALITY: strangers are easily
incorporated and may be given land. Welcome
[Chinua Achebe}
expressed through kola nuts, traditional gin,
WARS AND REVOLUTIONS coconuts, etc.

 WORLD WARS AND CIVIL WARS Asian Culture

 Poverty and destruction - Values emphasize individual as part of a
 Families separated larger group/family; group well-being
 Inspired stories of survival and prioritized over individual.
sacrifice
FAMILY AND EDUCATION: strong focus on child
[Ngūgī Wa Thiong'o] rearing and education; many asian students
excel academically/classically in music. Parents
INDEPENDENCE AND NATIONALISM invest significant time and effort.
 PEOPLE DEMANDED INDEPENDENCE LOSS OF FACE, SHAME AND HONOR:
 Rise of nationalism shame/honor reflect on family/group;
 Pride in culture and identity maintaining face measures adherence to values
 Literature inspired unity and social standing.
POSTCOLONIAL  COMMON THEMES IN AFRO-ASIAN
LITERATURE
 AFTER INDEPENDENCE
1. Colonialism and Resistance
 Poverty and corruption
o Experience of foreign rule
 Identity confusion
o Loss of culture and identity
 Cultural recovery
o Fight for freedom
[Bill Ashcroft, Gareth Griffiths, and Helen Tiffin] Examples: Nigeria (British rule), Spanish &
 CULTURAL CONTEXTS American colonization

CULTURE: Shared patterns of behaviors, 2. Tradition vs. Modernity

interactions, cognitive constructs, and affective o Old customs vs. new ideas
understanding learned through socialization. It o Generational conflict
identifies group members and distinguishes o Cultural change
them from others.
Examples: Kenya, Traditional Filipino values vs.
Example: while both japan and india are Modern Ideas
in asia, japanese culture values bowing
as a greeting, while indian culture often 3. Community vs. Individual
uses namaste – these differences help o Family expectations
identify each group. o Social responsibility
o Personal dreams
- The highest degree of culture is
embodied in respecting others; Asia and Examples: Zimbabwe, Choosing practical
Africa adapt mutual cooperation. courses for family.

African Culture  AFRICAN LITERATURE

- 300 distinct ethnic groups, 2000 - Africa is home to over 3,000
languages; most genetically diverse distinct ethnic groups. These
people globally. Second largest and
most populous continent.
are generally grouped into four
main families: Afro-Asiatic,

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Nilo-Saharan, Niger-Congo (the literature is characterized by its rich

largest), and Khoisan. diversity, reflecting the many
different languages, religions, and
- There are over 3,000 languages
cultural practices of the people who
spoken in Africa. created it. (Sundiata an epic of old
Background mali)
 Colonial African literature- Literary
Several major tribes have played a works produced during the period of
massive role in shaping African European colonization of the African
literature through their unique continent, which lasted from the late
19th century to the mid-20th
storytelling and history:
century. This literature often reflects
The Zulu (Southern Africa)- Famous the complex and often traumatic
for their epic oral histories and poetry experiences of African societies
under colonial rule, including the
The Yoruba and Igbo (West Africa/Nigeria)- suppression of local traditions and
Yoruba are known for their rich mythology cultures, economic exploitation, and
and theater. political subjugation. (Ferdinand
- Igbo culture provided the foundation oyono)
for classics like Things Fall Apart.  Post-colonial African literature-
Literary works produced by African
The Mandinka (West Africa)- Home of the writers following the end of colonial
Griot tradition— the professional rule on the continent. This literature
storytellers who preserved the "Epic of often explores the complex and
Sundiata. often traumatic. ( Africa by David
AFRICAN LITERATURE diop)

- African literature originated from CHARACTERISTICS OF

oral storytelling, through which AFRICANLITERATURE
history and culture were passed Slave Narrative- Stories by Africans who
down across generations. endured slavery or oppression, revealing
- Modern African literature is based struggles for freedom and resilience,
on oral traditions and local culture. and influencing themes of identity and
- The first problem concerns the small resistance.
readership for African literature in
Africa. African Pride- includes works created by
- Over 50% of Africa's population is Africans in European languages as well
illiterate, and hence many Africans as traditional oral and written literatures
cannot access written literature. in Afro-Asian and African languages

Different forms of African literature: Dissent- In African literature, it is

reflected in the works of writers who
 Oral literature- the oldest form of challenge colonial rule, injustice, and
African literature and includes political oppression while portraying the
myths, legends, folktales, and oral struggles of their societies.
histories. These works are often
transmitted orally from generation Call for independence- Nationalist
to generation and are integral to leaders with captivating personalities
many African cultures. (Anansi the and excellent academic
trickster spider) capacity led independence efforts. They
 Pre-colonial African literature- the were able to interpret notions of
oral and written traditions of various equality and nationalism as
cultures and societies on the African international Pan-Africanists.
continent prior to the onset of
European colonization. African CHINUA ACHEBE- “Father of African
literature.”

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 EGYPTIAN LITERATURE  Religious texts (spells, prayers)

 Wisdom literature
Background of Ancient Egyptian Literature
 Stories and narratives
 One of the earliest written traditions
(around 2600 BCE)  Love poems and songs
 Reflects beliefs, culture, and daily Reflection of Culture and Society
life
 Shows social structure
 Written on papyrus, temple walls,
 Highlights role of the Pharaoh
and tombs
 Reflects beliefs and traditions
 Created by trained writers called
scribes  Shows everyday life
Key Features of Egyptian Literary Texts Myth and Narrative
Religious and Spiritual  Stories about gods and heroes
 Strong connection to religion  Explain natural events
 Belief that gods control life and  Teach moral lessons
death
 Combine mythology and real life
 Texts used in funeral rituals
Introduction to Egyptian Literary Texts
 Include prayers, hymns, and spells
Ancient Egyptian Literature Includes:
Focus on the Afterlife
 Religious texts
 Belief in life after death
 Funeral writings
 Texts describe the soul’s journey
 Wisdom literature
 Includes judgement of the dead
 Love poetry
Moral and Didactic Purpose
The Book of the Dead
 Teaches proper behavior
 Book of the Dead is a collection of
 Values such as respect, honesty, funerary spells written on papyrus
wisdom, obedience and placed in tombs to guide the
deceased in the afterlife.
 Written as advice or instructions
 According to Ancient Egypt Online, it
Symbolism and Imagery
contains formulas, hymns,
 Uses symbols for deeper meaning incantations, magical words, and
prayers intended to protect the dead
 Sun = Life and Rebirth
and help them reach eternal life
 Nile River = Fertility (Ancient Egypt Online, n.d.).

 Heart = Soul Origins of The Book of the Dead

Formal Style and Structure The Book of the Dead developed from
earlier funerary writings:
 Formal and respectful tone
Pyramid Texts
 Uses repetition and rhythm
 Earliest funerary texts
 Uses parallel ideas
 Found inside royal pyramids
 Common in prayers, hymns, and
poems  Reserved for pharaohs

Variety of Genres Coffin Texts

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 Written on coffins O my heart of my different ages!

 Available to nobles Do not stand up against me as a witness.”
 Expanded spells from Pyramid Texts Description:

Saite Compilation  This spell asks the heart not to

testify against the deceased during
 Standardized version during the
judgment.
Saite Period
 It shows that Egyptians believed the
 Organized into chapters
heart contained a person’s
 According to Ancient Egypt Online, conscience and moral record.
these earlier texts evolved into the
 Ancient Egypt Online explains that
Book of the Dead (n.d.).
many spells were protective
Excerpt – The Weighing of the Heart (Spell formulas for surviving the dangers of
125) the underworld (n.d.).

“I have not stolen. Introduction to Egyptian Love Poems

I have not slain men and women. Egyptian Love Poems

I have not uttered lies.”  Ancient Egyptian love poems were

written during the New Kingdom
Description:
period.
 This is part of the “Negative
 These poems express romantic
Confession,” spoken before the god
feelings, admiration, longing, and
Osiris and 43 judges.
beauty in a personal and emotional
 The heart of the deceased is tone (The Magenta Hornet, n.d.).
weighed against the feather of Ma’at
Literary Features of Egyptian Love Poems
(truth).
 Nature Imagery ( lotus, water,
 According to Ancient Egypt Online,
gardens )
this ritual determined whether the
soul was worthy of entering the  First-Person Voice
afterlife.
 Emotional Honesty
Excerpt – Spell for Rebirth
 Symbolism
“I am Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow.
 Romantic Equality
I have the power to be born a second
Updated Comparison
time.”
Book of the Dead
Description:
 Religious and funerary
 This excerpt reflects belief in rebirth
and eternal life.  Focus on morality and judgement
 It shows the Egyptian view that  Formal and ritualistic tone
death was not the end, but a
 Used for burial guidance
transformation.
 Concerned with afterlife
 According to Ancient Egypt Online,
the spells were meant to help the Egyptian Love Poems
deceased achieve renewal in the
 Romantic and personal
afterlife.
 Focus on love and beauty
Excerpt – Spell for Protection of the Heart
 Emotional and expressive tone
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 Written for enjoyment and collection of spells and prayers was

expression written to guide the deceased
through the afterlife.
 Concerned with relationships
Hymns, Prayers, and Myths
The Role of Religion and Afterlife Beliefs in
Egyptian Literature  Religious hymns and stories were an
important aspect of Egyptian literary
Religion in Egyptian
culture. For example, the Great
 Islam (Majority Religion) Hymn to the Aten, composed during
Akhenaten's reign, exhibits early
 Christianity (Minority Religion) most
monotheistic tendencies and depicts
belong to the Coptic Orthodox
the sun disk Aten as the only god.
Church.
Religion in Coptic and Islamic Egyptian
 Ancient Egyptian Religion
Literature
(Historical)
Coptic Christian Literature
 Before Christianity and Islam,
Egyptians followed the polytheistic  With the introduction of Christianity
religion of Ancient Egypt. in Egypt, religious scriptures became
Coptic language literature. Biblical
 Religious practices revolved around
translations, saints' lives, and
the Pharaoh.
theological writings gained
 The Pharaoh served as the significance.
"intermediary" between the people
Islamic Influence
and the gods.
 After the Islamic conquest of Egypt
 People were able to communicate
in the seventh century, Islamic
with the gods through prayer, asking
themes began to influence Egyptian
them to use their magical powers on
Arabic literature.
their behalf.
Afterlife Beliefs in Egyptian
Polytheistic Religion
 They built tombs, placed goods in
 The word comes from “poly” = many
the graves.
, “theos” = god it literally means
“many gods.”  Presented offerings to the gods to
protect and sustain the bodies and
 They worshipped gods such as, Ra
spirits of the dead.
(Sun God), Osiris (God of the
Afterlife) and Isis (Goddess of Magic  ”Mummification” for the person to
and Motherhood) live again in the afterlife, the body
needed to remain recognizable.
Role of Religion in Egyptian Literature
 Burial Ritual
 It has shaped themes, symbols,
moral frameworks, and narrative  Funerary texts guided the dead. (ex.
structures across centuries. Book of the Dead)
Laws of Ma’at

Religion in Ancient Egyptian Literature  42 laws of negative confessions

 The majority of ancient writings had  Goddess of the truth, justice and
a religious theme and were used for balance
ritualistic or spiritual purposes.
Role of Afterlife beliefs in Egyptian
Funerary Texts and the Afterlife Literature

 One of the most important religious Belief in Life After Death

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 Egyptians believed death was a  Written in the Hebrew language

transition, not an end. Literature
Main Source
described the soul’s journey to
eternal life.  Hebrew Bible (Tanakh) the sacred
collection of writings of the Hebrews
Funerary Literature
consisting of the Law, Prophets, and
 Texts like the Book of the Dead other writings.
contained spells and guidance for
Torah (Law)
the dead. They explain judgment
before Osiris.  The first part of the Hebrew Bible
that contains laws, teachings, and
the early history of the Hebrew
Moral and Ethical Teaching people.
 Since people believed they would be Nevi’im (Prophets)
judged after death, literature
 The section that contains the
promoted truth, justice, and moral
messages, stories, and teachings of
behavior.
the prophets.
Themes and Symbolism
Ketuvim (Writings)
 Afterlife beliefs influenced symbols
 A collection of literary works such as
of rebirth and renewal, such as the
poetry, songs, proverbs, and other
daily journey of Ra.
wisdom texts.
Cultural Importance
Characteristics
 These beliefs inspired tomb writings,
 Strong religious focus
burial texts, and religious stories,
shaping Egyptian literary tradition.  Teaches moral and ethical lessons

 HEBREW LITERATURE  Uses poetry, stories, and symbolism

 Reflects the relationship between
Hebrew Literature
God and People
 The word “Hebrew” comes from the
Literary Forms in the Hebrew Bible
Middle English Ebreu and Latin
Hebraeus, referring to the ancient Hebrew Bible
Hebrew people and language.
 The Hebrew Bible (Tanakh)
 Refers to the written works of the encompasses a rich variety of
ancient Hebrews literary forms, each serving distinct
purposes in conveying its themes,
 Mainly found in the Hebrew Bible
teachings, and stories.
(Old Testament)
Narrative
 Includes religious, historical, poetic,
and wisdom texts  Extended accounts of events,
characters, and their interactions,
Who are the Hebrews?
often structured with a beginning,
 Ancient People of the Middle East middle, and end. They explore
themes like covenant, redemption,
 Ancestors of the Jewish People
judgment, and faith.
 Practiced Monotheism
Characteristics of Narrative
Time & Place
 Use dialogue, description, and plot
 Located in Canaan (modern- day development to tell stories; often
Israel and nearby areas) have symbolic or theological
meaning beyond the literal events.
 Around 1200 BCE – 100 BCE

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Poetry  “My path on light a, feet my for lamp

a is word your.”
 A form of literature characterized by
rhythm, imagery, and compact Moral and Philosophical Themes in Hebrew
language. Hebrew poetry relies Writings
heavily on parallelism (the repetition
 Moral and Philosophical themes in
or contrast of ideas in adjacent lines)
Hebrew writings represent an
rather than rhyme or meter.
inquiry into the nature of justice,
Characteristics of Poetry human purpose, and the ethical
relationship between the individual
 Synonymous Parallelism - The
and the Divine. This framework is
second line repeats or restates the
primarily focused on Ethical
idea of the first.
Monotheism, prioritizing active
 Antithetical Parallelism - The second social responsibility and the exercise
line contrasts with the first. of free will over abstract speculation
or ritual alone.
 Synthetic Parallelism - The second
line adds to or develops the idea of The Core Pillars that define a Writings
the first.
Ethical Monotheism and the Covenant
Proverbs
 The most distinctive contribution of
 Short, pithy sayings that offer Hebrew thought is Ethical
practical wisdom, moral guidance, or Monotheism.
observations about life and human
 This is the belief that God is one and
nature.
that the primary way to worship this
Characteristics of Proverbs God is through moral behavior
rather than just ritual.
 Concise, memorable, and often use
metaphor or simile; they reflect the The Covenant (Berit)
values and beliefs of ancient Israelite
 The Hebrew term for covenant, a
society.
solemn, binding agreement or treaty
Selected Proverbs and Psalm Verses established between two parties—
most significantly between God and
Proverbs 15:1
humanity—characterized by deep
 “A harsh word stirs up anger, but a commitment, loyalty, and often
gentle answer turns away wrath.” blood sacrifice.

Proverbs 16:18 Imago Dei

 “A haughty spirit before a fall, pride  The philosophical premise that every
goeth before destruction.” human is created in the "Image of
God" (Tzelem Elohim) provides the
Proverbs 22:1
foundation for universal human
 “Great riches is to be chosen rather rights and the inherent dignity of the
than a good name.” individual.

Psalm 23:1 Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego

(Standing Your Ground)
 “I shall not want, the Lord is my
shepherd.”  The Pillar: Ethical Monotheism.

Psalm 34:18  The Relation: This is the refusal to

bow to "idols" (false values, ego, or
 “Spirit in crushed are who those
unjust power).
saves and brokenhearted the to
close is Lord the”  The Lesson: Like Daniel, these three
men show that the Covenant is more
Psalm 119:105

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important than survival. It teaches  The Relation: Joseph's life shows

that the "fire" of life cannot that history isn't a circle of suffering;
consume someone whose moral it’s a line moving toward a goal.
foundation is solid.
 The Lesson: As we discussed with
The Dialectic of Suffering and Faith Potiphar, Joseph shows that Tikkun
Olam (repairing the world) often
 The Hebrew Bible does not shy away
requires years of "quiet growth" in
from the "Problem of Evil." It
difficult places. His resilience is the
explores the tension between a just
belief that today's "pit" is
God and an unjust world, most
tomorrow's "palace" if one
notably in the Wisdom Literature
maintains their integrity.
Book of Job
David and Goliath (Facing Big Challenges)
 This text challenges the "Retribution
 The Pillar: The Anawim (The
Principle" (the idea that only the
Strength of the Small).
wicked suffer). It concludes that
human reason is finite and cannot  The Relation: It subverts the idea
fully grasp the complexities of the that "Might makes Right."
universe’s moral architecture.
 The Lesson: David represents the
Ecclesiastes (Kohelet) Anawim—the underdog who wins
not through raw force, but through a
 A more skeptical, almost
specialized skill and a righteous
existentialist work, it contemplates
cause. It teaches us that the "giants"
the "vanity" (hevel) of life. It
in our lives (poverty, injustice, or
suggests that since death is certain
exams!) are beatable when we use
and justice is not always served, one
our unique talents.
should find meaning in simple joys
and the fulfillment of duty. Jonah (Running from Responsibility)
Social Justice and The Prophetic Voice  The Pillar: Prophetic Accountability.
 The Hebrew Prophets (such as  The Relation: Jonah tries to escape
Amos, Isaiah, and Jeremiah) shifted his "calling" to speak truth to power
the moral focus from individual piety in Nineveh.
to institutional justice.
 The Lesson: It perfectly illustrates
The "Anawim" Hevel (the mist)—Jonah thinks he
can hide in a boat or a fish, but his
 A recurring theme is the protection
responsibility is inescapable. It
of the "widow, the orphan, and the
teaches that we are all "prophets" in
stranger." The moral health of a
our own way, responsible for the
society is judged by how it treats its
moral health of our community.
most vulnerable members.
The Autonomy of the Will
Tikkun Olam
 Hebrew thought places immense
 Although a later mystical
weight on Free Will (Bechirah).
development, the root idea exists in
Unlike the Greek concept of Moira
the Prophets—the notion that
(Fate), Hebrew writings argue that
humanity is a partner with the
the future is not fixed.
Divine in "repairing the world."
Teshuva (Repentance)
Joseph’s Journey (Delayed Success &
Resilience)  This is the philosophical "escape
hatch" from destiny. It suggests that
 The Pillar: Divine Providence &
a person can radically change their
Linear History.
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of their past through a conscious the culture, beliefs, and history of

turning of the will. Arab People.
The Two Inclinations Arabic vs. Arabian Literature
 Later writings (The Talmudic Arabic Literature
Tradition) describe a constant
 Refers to all literary works written in
internal struggle between the Yetzer
the Arabic language, regardless of
HaTov (good inclination) and the
the country or origin.
Yetzer HaRa (Selfish/Evil Inclination),
framing morality as a lifelong Arabian Literature
internal discipline.
 Specially refers to literature from the
Peter Walks on Water (Faith vs. Fear) Arabian Peninsula
 The Pillar: The Autonomy of the Will Origins and Oral Tradition
(Bechirah).
 Originated in the Arabian Peninsula.
 The Relation: This story is the
 Early literature was mostly oral,
ultimate "classroom demo" of the
memorized, and performed.
struggle between the Yetzer HaTov
(faith/courage) and the Yetzer HaRa  Poets were highly respected.
(fear/self-preservation).
 Served to tell stories, record history,
 The Lesson: Peter’s "walk" praise or criticize tribes.
represents our potential when we
 Strongly influenced by tribal
focus on a higher purpose, while his
traditions and religion (especially
"sinking" represents the moment we
Islam).
let the chaotic world (the waves)
overwhelm our internal resolve.  Spread later across the Middle East
and North Africa.
The Prodigal Son (Mistakes & Second
Chances) Influence
 The Pillar: Teshuva  The Qur’an greatly influenced Arabic
(Repentance/Returning). literature
 The Relation: This story focuses on  Known for its beautiful and and
the "turning" of the heart back to its powerful language
original dignity (Imago Dei).
 Influences on Literature: Writing
 The Lesson: The father doesn't judge style, grammar and literary
the son based on his past "selfish expression
inclination" (Yetzer HaRa); he
Literary Periods and Genres in Arabic
celebrates the son’s decision to
Literature
"return." It teaches that no mistake
is final if there is a sincere will to Pre - Islamic Period/Jahiliyyah (Before 7th
change. Century)

 ARABIAN LITERATURE  This period focused mainly on oral

poetry, which was memorized and
What is Arabian Literature? passed down. Poetry expressed
tribal pride, bravery, love, and life in
 Arabian (or Arabic) literature refers
the desert. The most famous genre
to written and oral works in the
was the Qasida (long poem), known
Arabic language. It is one of the
for its structured form and rich
oldest and richest literary traditions
imagery.
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Islamic Period (7th – 10th Century)  Spoken and Memorized. Example:

The Mu’allaqat collection of 7
 With the rise of Islam, literature
legendary Pre-Islamic Arabic poems.
became influenced by religion. The
most important work is the Qur’an, Musicality and Rhythm
which shaped the Arabic language
 Poetry follows strict meter and
and style. Genres included religious
rhyme schemes. Example: Al-
writings, sermons, and poetry that
Mutanabbi Poems known for
focused on faith, morality, and
powerful rhythm and flow
spirituality.
Use of Figurative Language
Abbasid Period/Golden Age (8th – 13th
Century)  Abstract ideas are expressed
through concrete images
 This was a time of intellectual and
cultural growth. Literature expanded Moral and Religious Purpose
beyond religion to include science,
 Literature reflects Islamic values and
philosophy, and entertainment. New
teaches lessons about right and
genres emerged such as prose,
wrong. Example: Qur-an known for
essays, stories, and translations,
powerful language, moral teachings,
along with more creative and refined
and spiritual guidance.
poetry.
Diversity of Genres
Post-Classical Period (13th – 18th Century)
 Covers a wide range of genres such
 Literature during this time became
as: Speeches (Khutbah), Historical
more traditional and less innovative.
Writing (Tarikh), Philosophy (Falsafa)
Writers focused on preserving
and Scientific Works.
earlier styles. Common genres
included historical writings, religious One Thousand and One Nights/Arabian
texts, and poetry, but with less Nights
originality compared to earlier
1001 Nights
periods.
 A clever woman named
Modern Period (19th Century – Present)
Scheherazade volunteers to marry
 This period shows a strong influence him. To save her life, she tells the
from Western literature and king an interesting story every
modernization. New genres night—but always stops at a
emerged, including novels, short suspenseful moment. Curious to
stories, drama, and journalism. hear the ending, the king delays her
Writers began exploring themes like execution. She continues this for
identity, freedom, social issues, and 1,001 nights, and over time, the king
nationalism. changes, learns compassion, and
finally spares her life.
Classical Arabic Literature and its Features
3 Famous Tales
Classical Arabic Literature
 Ali Baba, Aladdin and Sinbad.
 Refers to literature written in Arabic
from Pre-Islamic Times to Medieval Meaning of 100 Nights
Period.
Literal Meaning
 Strongly influenced by oral
 The numbers of nights that
storytelling traditions
Scheherazade tells stories to
 Includes poetry (Qasida), religious King/Sultan Shahryar
texts, and prose narratives
Strong Oral Tradition

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Symbolic Meaning - Alexander the Great destroyed the

library at Persepolis c. 330 BCE and
 The representation of wisdom and
other works.
survival of Scheherazade.
- It is therefore commonly dated from
Lesson of 1001 Nights c. 750 CE with the rise of the
Abbasid dynasty.
Storytelling as Power and Survival
Characteristics of Persian literature
 Stories have the power to teach,
persuade, and protect. - body of writings in New Persian,
(a.k.a. Modern Persian) the form of
Fate and Destiny
Persian language written since the
 Fate is powerful and unavoidable, 9th century
but human actions still matter. - comprises oral compositions and
written texts in the Persian
Morality and Justice
language.
 Moral values like honesty, loyalty, - Poetry was regarded as the highest
and humility are important and will form of artistic expression.
be rewarded.
Major Persian Poets
 PERSIAN LITERATURE 1. Jalal ad-Din Rumi (1207-1273) Masnavi‘
- The Persian Empire is the name Quran in Persia.’
given to a series of dynasties
- Known for mystical poetry about
centered in modern-day Iran.
love, spirituality, and unity with God.
- The first Persian Empire, founded by
- one of the most widely read poets in
Cyrus the Great.
the world.
- He founded the First Persian Empire,
also known as the Achaemenid 2. Hafez (1315-1390) Ghazals
Empire.
- Known for symbolizing wine, love,
- The leader of one such tribe began
beauty, and deep philosophical
to defeat nearby kingdoms including meaning.
Media, Lydia, and Babylon, joining - His poetry is often used for
them under one rule. divination, harvest readings in Iran.
Persian literature is one of the world's 3. Ferdowsi (940-1020) Shahnameh ‘the
oldest and richest literary traditions, with book of kings’
over 2,500 years of history.
- Known for preserving Persian
 Its influence goes beyond Iran to history, mythology, and identity.
neighboring countries such as - wrote one of the longest epic poems
Afghanistan and Tajikistan. in the world.
 These countries share historical,
linguistic, and cultural roots from the 4. Omar Khayyam (1048-1131) Rubaiyat
ancient Persian civilization. ‘quatrains’

Persian is spoken as: - Known for reflecting on life, death,

fate, and the passage of time.
o “Farsi” in Iran - combines philosophy with simple
o “Dari” in Afghanistan but powerful poetry.
o “Tajik” in Tajikistan
Symbolic and mystical elements in Persian
The start of Persian Literature poetry.
- dated to c. 522 BCE with the  Wine and tavern - often symbolize
creation of the Behistun inscription divine intoxication and spiritual
of Darius I. ecstasy rather than literal drinking.
 Beloved - represents God or the
ultimate truth with the human love

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serving as a metaphor for divine

love.
 Journey and path - symbolize the
soul's quest for enlightenment and
union with the divine.
 Garden and rose - reflect paradise,
beauty, and the fleeting nature of
life.
 Mirror and light - used to express
clarity, reflection of divine truth, and
illumination of the soul.
Sufi influence in Persian literature.

 Sufi - Sufism emphasizes inner

purification, love for God, and the
dissolution of the ego (fana). Persian
poetry became a vehicle for
expressing these ideas.
 Rumi's Sufi vision - his verses
embodied the Sufi path of love and
union with the divine, often using
parables and allegories.
 Hafez's ghazals - blend Sufi
mysticism with social critique,
showing how spiritual truth can
challenge worldly hypocrisy.
 Communal practice: Poetry was
recited in Sufi gatherings (Sama)
accompanied by music and dance,
reinforcing its spiritual dimension.
 Legacy: Sufi influence made Persian
literature not only artistic but also a
spiritual guide, shaping cultural
identity across centuries.

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