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Ibn Manzur

أبو بكر محمد بن عبد الله بن محمد بن يوسف بن منظور القيسي

Abū Bakr Muḥammad b. ʿAbd Allāh b. Muḥammad b. Yūsuf ibn Manẓūr al-Qaysī

1 Works
750 AH

Biography

Ibn Manzur was a renowned medieval Arabic linguist and compiler, widely known for his monumental work, "Lisan al-Arab." This comprehensive dictionary is a critical reference for the Arabic language, reflecting the depth and diversity of its vocabulary. Drawing from earlier linguistic works, it amalgamates and organizes various language sources. Ibn Manzur's methodical approach and dedication to the intricacies of the Arabic lexicon have ensured the "Lisan al-Arab" remains an essential tool for scholars and linguists interested in understanding classical Arabic texts.