Madinah Arabic Reader – Book 5 by Dr V. Abdur Rahim is a respected intermediate text designed to bridge foundational grammar and advanced reading fluency in the Arabic language. Building upon the structures covered in previous volumes, this book introduces the verb forms, particles and sentence patterns needed to read classical Arabic texts.
Taught by Shaykh Abdulwahid Stephenson, the course guides students systematically through the exercises and textual examples, ensuring a thorough grasp of intricate grammatical rules and their practical application.
Students will learn:
• Master the rules and usage of the jussive mood with particles such as lam and lamma
• Understand the application of sound masculine plurals and complex number structures
• Examine the grammatical functions of deficient verbs including kana and laysa
• Identify and conjugate weak verbs, encompassing al-mithal and hollow verb patterns
• Navigate the rules governing defective verbs and doubled verbs in Arabic morphology
• Enhance overall reading comprehension and analytical skills for classical texts
An essential programme for students seeking to solidify their intermediate Arabic grammar and progress toward fluent classical comprehension.