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Yes, poetry came before literacy.

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Did poetry come before literacy?

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Which came first- prose or poetry?

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2 Notable poets have attempted to define poetry Among these efforts the idea that poetry is an ancient technology came from?

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At the time of Muhammads birth what brought religious pilgrims to Mecca?

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How does knowing the historical context helps you understand the poetry?

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What is the percent of people who can read and write in Oman?

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