Nabaṭī (), historically also known as Najdi, is a vernacular Arabic poetry that stems from the Arabic varieties of the Arabian Peninsula. It exists in contrast to the poetry written according to the classical rules of literary Arabic. Nabati poetry holds significant cultural value in Arabian society, offering insights into Bedouin life, values, and traditions. Unlike traditional Arabic poetry, which follows strict classical forms, Nabati is more accessible and informal, often composed in colloquial Arabic, allowing for a more intimate connection with its audience.
Nabaṭī (), historically also known as Najdi, is a vernacular Arabic poetry that stems from the Arabic varieties of the Arabian Peninsula. It exists in contrast to the poetry written according to the classical rules of literary Arabic. Nabati poetry holds significant cultural value in Arabian society, offering insights into Bedouin life, values, and traditions. Unlike traditional Arabic poetry, which follows strict classical forms, Nabati is more accessible and informal, often composed in colloquial Arabic, allowing for a more intimate connection with its audience.
== History == Also known as "the people's poetry" and "Bedouin poetry", nabati has a long heritage, with examples of the nabati form referenced by the medieval historian Ibn Khaldun in his Muqaddimah (Introduction), first published in 1377. Bedouin poets composed verse similar in structure, theme, metre and rhyme to the works of Imru' al-Qais and other pre-Islamic poets. These qasida set the classical standard for hundreds of years. Until recently, verse composed by illiterate Bedouin masters of the art has remained close in spirit and language to these examples. Prominent historical nabati poets include Ibn Daher who lived in Ras Al Khaimah in the 16th century and whose work still influences the poetry today. Ibn Li'bun (1790–1831), known in the eastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula region as "Prince of the Nabati Poets", was also prominent figure in the form, who corresponded with other poets across the region and whose work has led to many traditional popular tunes in Arabia.
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