In a recollection from 1997, Sheikh Nazım spoke about his dear companion Sheikh Hişam and the responsibilities that come with spiritual leadership in today’s Muslim communities in Europe. True devotion, he reminded us, is not expressed through confrontation with the Divine but through creating genuine opportunities for every soul—especially for those living in the diaspora, in countries such as Germany and France. By offering space for growth, education and mutual support, the community can embody the mercy and generosity that both Sheikh Nazım and Sheikh Hişam exemplified.
His words also carried a gentle warning: where societies fail to provide such opportunities, they risk alienation and loss of purpose among their youth. He urged the younger generation to become guardians of compassion, so that future Muslims can walk confidently on the path of service and love. May Allah protect them, as Sheikh Nazım prayed.
For those who wish to deepen their understanding of this legacy, our digital library offers daily zikr collections, historic sermons and prayers: Royal Ottoman Society Library.
