Gibran Khalil Gibran on Literary Arabic Language

Abstract

The article delves into Gibran Khalil Gibran's perspectives regarding the essence and significance of the Arabic language. It examines the challenges faced in the development of literary Arabic, exploring the impact of European civilization and languages on the language's evolution. The article also addresses challenges in teaching Arabic at high and secondary school levels, investigating the use of the mother tongue in education across Arab countries and its potential implications for the nation's spiritual and cultural development. Additionally, the reciprocal influences between Arabic dialects and literary language are explored.