Ibn Hisham al-Ansari
Sharh Qatr al-Nada wa Ball al-Sada (Explanation of the Drops of Dew and the Quenching of Thirst) is a cornerstone of classical Arabic grammar ( Nahw ), authored by the renowned Egyptian grammarian (d. 761 AH/1360 CE).
Self-Study Guide:
For those without access to a live teacher, English explanations provide the necessary context.
- Accurate translation: The translation aims to provide an accurate and faithful representation of the original Arabic text.
- Annotations and footnotes: The translator has included annotations and footnotes to clarify complex grammatical concepts and provide additional explanations.
- Introduction and background: The PDF translation includes an introduction and background information on the author, Ibn al-Nahim al-Isfahani, and the significance of Sharh Qatr al-Nada.
The Problem:
Qatr al-Nada is extremely terse. Entire rules of syntax cases ( i'rab ) are explained in a single sentence. This is where Sharh Qatr al-Nada comes in.