What tone does “tabban” create in the opening verse?
The Ṣanʿāʾ Maqāmah: Worldly Attachment, the Audience’s Gifts, and a Secret Pursuit
- A neutral question
- A strong rebuke and warning
- Mild praise
- Permission to depart
The Ṣanʿāʾ Maqāmah: Worldly Attachment, the Audience’s Gifts, and a Secret Pursuit