The Pre-Islamic Poem And Its Significance Among Arabs

Abstract

The pre-Islamic era witnessed a robust poetic movement unparalleled in the eras that followed. Poetry was innate to the Arabs and was rare if someone did not excel in it. Poetry was akin to their soul which was essential for their lives, its significance made it deeply influential. It was esteemed by men, women, thieves, and even the insane. Poets held a high status and played a vital role in building their tribes and making them a unified social unit. They were the protectors of honour, preservers of legacy, and conveyors of news. Pre-Islamic poetry portrayed their eloquence and how they were profoundly affected by it, capturing their aspirations, dreams, and every hue and scene of life. Painting vivid pictures of their environment, heroism, and ethical virtues like generosity, loyalty, courage, and chivalry.