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Historical Condition for the Critical Theory
Dr. Razan Mahmoud Ibrahim
Department of Arabic Language and Literature
Faculty of Arts and Science-Petra University

Critical theory might seem to be commonly objective and global. Unlike

the above assumption, the present study aims to show that critical theory
grows and continues to be necessarily within the boundaries of a certain
culture, space and language. To confirm this inherent relation, the study
at hand considers that the Arab critical discourse as conditioned by its
relation with the European other and its theses of western criticism
generally seen as universal cultural studies, has been remarked by the
following distinctive features:
Ambiguity and duplication
Persistent reference to heritage
Adjustment
The above will be dealt with and explored in the light of prominent
studies in the field analyzing the reality of Arabic criticism. This is
intended for the purpose of seeking solutions conducive to respecting the
specificities of the Arab reality, ambition, and future visions away from
submission or affiliation. The study, however, remains sensitive to the
fact that knowledge-based progress is a determined activity that should
not be deterred as peculiar to one specific context rather than another.
The study also recognizes that knowledge of the other paves the way
for dialogue and self-enrichment. Yet, as held by Taghour, I am
prepared to open all my windows for all sorts of wind provided that these
do not uproot me from my place.

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