Emerging from the Islamic golden age, this genre produced some of the most known literary works of all time: "One Thousand and One Night," commonly known as "The Arabian Nights" in English, a collection of folktales from all around the Middle East, as well as the works of Al-Mutanabbi.

Such as the works of Mahmoud Darwish.

Khalil Gibran's works are notable in this genre, although his art extended past written work, as he dabbled with visual arts and painting.

"Qasidat al-Burda" is an ode composed by Al-Busiri in praise of the Prophet Muhammad. It is considered one of the most celebrated works of Arabic literature. It holds profound cultural and religious significance, as it has been recited, memorized, and revered by Muslims around the world as an expression of love and devotion for the Prophet.

forever and eternally

Upon Your Beloved, the best of all creation.

O Leader of the Prophets, O our intercessor,

O the possessor of a good-natured face and blessed essence,

Who dispels the darkness of every interceded person.

O Prophet, your goodness is visible at every moment

and you are the best model for anyone seeking your high qualities,

you are the lamp that lights the way in the darkness.

O Messenger of God, our souls are your sacrifice.

You are the chosen one among us, and the intercessor of our sins.

You are the one whose intercession is hoped for on the Day of Judgment.

It is written in the poetic form known as Qasida, which typically, but not always, consists of rhyming couplets. It uses a meter called "al-Monassar," characterized by its rhythmic pattern of long and short syllables.

Imagery, Metaphors, and Symbolism

Such as the Prophet being the spiritual light and guidance of people, using nature to describe his supposed beauty, among others.

Invocation and Supplication

The poet prays for blessings and peace upon the Prophet, which reflects a common Islamic practice.

Uses Epithets

Such as "حبيبك خير الخلق" (Your beloved, the best of all creation), which is a common literary device in praising revered figures in classical Arabic poetry.

Themes

It employs a multitude of themes, but mainly love, devotion, worship, and admiration, all directed towards the Prophet.

A semi-known Arabic epic is Taghribat Bani Hilal, an epic recounting Banu Hilal's journey from Egypt to Tunisia and conquest of the latter in the 11th century.

Such as the works of Abdul-Wahhab Alsaiid Alrifaee, namely his series called "Halat Nadirah".

Such as Memory in the Flesh by Algerian writer Ahlam Mostaghanmi, The Ring of the Dove or Tawq al-Hamamah by Ibn Hazm, and Love in Exile by Bahaa Taher.