In a recent sohbet the Royal Ottoman Society listened attentively as Sheikh Bahauddin Adil Efendi reflected on the course of Turkey under President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The Sheikh opened by describing the “beautiful changes” that have taken place in recent years, noting how these reforms have brought a palpable sense of ease and spiritual breathing space to Turkish Muslims. He emphasized that the President’s leadership has revived public respect for Islam and has offered believers renewed confidence in their collective future.
Sheikh Bahauddin highlighted the importance of standing together with the President, inviting the ummah to gather in the squares of every province and to lend its strength to the national project. According to him, this popular power surpasses any worldly authority he has ever witnessed. He framed support for Erdoğan as a religious duty, urging all Muslims to “bayat” (pledge allegiance) and to protect the rights of those who have given their lives for the nation.
Beyond praise, the talk turned toward a broader vision rooted in Ottoman heritage. The Sheikh spoke of a peaceful revolution—one that need not be stained with blood but instead awakens the community through shared values, unity, and devotion to the Ottoman legacy. He invoked historic symbols such as the “kızıl elma” (the Red Apple) and recalled the 15 July events as signs that Turkey is moving toward a renewed Islamic identity. In his view, the challenges posed by internal conspiracies like FETÖ are being overcome, allowing the country to shine brighter on the world stage.
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