Features of Satire in the Poetry of Ibn Sukkarah al-Hashimi al-Baghdadi (d. 385 AH): An Analytical Study

Abstract

This study examines the features of satire in the poetry of Ibn Sukkarah al-Baghdadi al-Hashimi, focusing on the artistic techniques and the social and political purposes of his satire. It adopts the descriptive-analytical method by selecting poetic samples from his diwan and analyzing the verses in light of their artistic characteristics and the various meanings and functions of satire. The findings show that Ibn Sukkarah’s satire is characterized by diversity and richness, combining social criticism that addresses aspects of societal imbalance with political criticism reflecting the poet’s stance toward certain events and figures of his time. His poetry is also distinguished by extensive use of rhetorical imagery, symbolic expression, and innovative poetic structures, which reflect his artistic skill and the depth of his poetic experience, as well as his influence within his social and cultural environment. The study recommends further research into his poetry from a broader literary and social perspective, linking it to the historical, social, and political contexts of his era to achieve a deeper understanding of his intentions and implications and to highlight his position among the poets of his time.