Chair of Professor Abdulaziz Bin Nasser al-Manea in Arabic Language and its Literature

The Chair of Professor Abdulaziz Bin Nasser al-Manea in Arabic Language and its Literature is an academic research chair established at King Saud University (KSU) in Riyadh City, the capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in 2009. It aims to support studies in Arabic language and literature and provide a suitable academic environment for researchers in the field.

The Chair of Professor Abdulaziz Bin Nasser al-Manea in Arabic Language and its Literature was established at KSU based on Professor al-Manea's vision to promote research and study in Arabic language sciences and literature. The chair aims to develop various aspects of Arabic studies, highlighting the language's capacity to convey modern sciences and enhancing its speakers' ability to engage intellectually with their rich cultural heritage. Additionally, the chair works on designing practical programs to develop Arabic language acquisition and learning skills, as well as formulating strategies to promote its use through various community activities.

The mission of the Chair of Professor Abdulaziz Bin Nasser al-Manea in Arabic Language and its Literature at KSU is to advance various research activities aimed at serving the noble goal of preserving the Arabic language, its literature, and its culture. The chair seeks to place Arabic at the center of attention among its speakers, stimulate research in language acquisition and learning, and facilitate the dissemination of its literary heritage. Additionally, it aims to foster confidence and pride in the language, strengthen belief in its significance and value amid the dominance of foreign languages, and affirm its role in addressing contemporary global challenges, contributing to progress and peace.

The Chair of Professor Abdulaziz Bin Nasser al-Manea in Arabic Language and its Literature aims to publish in-depth research and studies across various fields of Arabic language and literature. It focuses on exploring issues related to language acquisition, developing learning methods, enhancing linguistic skills in communication, comprehension, and interpretation, and addressing Arabic language affairs in different countries worldwide. Additionally, the chair seeks to establish connections with academic institutions in these countries to understand their Arabic language initiatives and contribute to the university’s pivotal role in systematic academic planning to advance the Arabic language and its studies.

The chair also aims to enhance collaboration among specialists in Arabic language and literature studies within and outside the university. It seeks to strengthen partnerships with various community institutions to engage in language and literature studies that align with their needs. That will reinforce the status of Arabic as the primary language in society and its institutions, prepare a new generation of researchers and graduate students in Arabic linguistics and literary studies, and focus on developing recommendations, frameworks, and plans to improve university curricula, ensuring that Arabic remains a fundamental language of higher education.

The key contributions of the Chair of Professor Abdulaziz Bin Nasser al-Manea in Arabic Language and its Literature from 2009 to 2023 included the authorship and translation of approximately forty-three books, including six translated works.