Questions & Answers about ما باید از تعصب و کینه پرهیز کنیم.
How does the word تعصب (ta'assob) fit the Arabic Form V pattern taught in this lesson?
تعصب (ta'assob) is built from the Arabic root ع-ص-ب (ayn-sad-be). By applying the Form V pattern ta-C1-a-C2-C2-o-C3, we get ta-'a-s-s-o-b. Form V nouns often describe adopting a specific state or attitude. In this case, it means adopting a rigid, partisan mindset, translating well to prejudice, bigotry, or fanaticism.
Why do we use the preposition از (az) before prejudice and hatred instead of treating them as direct objects?
The compound verb پرهیز کردن (parhiz kardan), which means to avoid or abstain, always takes the preposition از (from) to introduce the thing being avoided. Just like in English where you abstain from something, Farsi requires از here.
Why is the verb پرهیز کنیم (parhiz konim) in the subjunctive mood, and why is the usual subjunctive prefix بـ (be-) missing?
The modal باید (bayad), meaning must, requires the main verb to be in the subjunctive mood. Because پرهیز کردن is a compound verb, the subjunctive is applied to the helper verb, giving us کنیم (konim). We usually omit the بـ (be-) prefix in compound verbs when the non-verbal part (پرهیز) immediately precedes the helper verb.
What is the specific nuance of the word کینه (kine) compared to general words for hate?
While other words might just mean dislike or anger, کینه (kine) specifically means a deep-seated grudge, resentment, or malice. Paired with تعصب, it highlights a deeply ingrained hostility rather than a passing emotion.