In this sohbet Sheikh Bahauddin Adil reflects on a historic conquest that, in his words, “closed one page of history and opened another.” After that decisive victory, he recalls, the whole Christian world proclaimed the end of an age. Under the spiritual guidance of Akşemseddin Hazretleri, liberation flowed to every disciple who came into his presence: “the shackles on our feet were released” – an image of the transforming power the saints bestowed upon the community.
Sheikh Bahauddin describes how a nation was built under the care of these holy guides: “Alhamdulillah, Allah granted dominion to this people.” The purpose of the community, he says, lies in awaiting the promised Mahdi (peace be upon him), and this waiting is itself an act of devotion: “While we wait for the Mahdi, his destiny unfolds, and Allah writes it into our own record.” He urges believers to keep this expectation alive, trusting that God will count us among the servants of the awaited one.
For us at the Royal Ottoman Society, this message is a reminder that the spiritual lineage of Akşemseddin, Sheikh Bahauddin and countless other saints continues to shape a living heritage.
If you feel drawn to this path, join our live meetings, where Bayʿah (spiritual allegiance) is taken and guidance is offered, or become a member of the Royal Ottoman Society to support this mission.
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