At this gathering Ayberk Efendi offered a gift that had never before been presented in the presence of Sheikh Nazım Hazretleri. The occasion was filled with gratitude – elhamdulillah – and with the awareness that even familiar “şerefleri” (honours) can be heard anew from a fresh perspective.
The talk turned to cherished figures of our Ottoman lineage. Ertuğrul Gazi, Selim Gazi, Süleyman Gazi, Orhan Gazi and Osman Gazi were remembered, each embodying the steadfast strength of our heritage. Ayberk Efendi also recalled Hasan Baba of Bergama, around whom countless seekers once gathered, their faces alight with “maşallah”. His humility reminds us that true honour lies in service to the Divine.
A recurring theme was the elbiseler, the spiritual garments we wear each day. Like clothing, Ayberk Efendi said, our inner preparation must be renewed continually. He spoke especially to young seekers around eighteen, urging them to learn the disciplines that protect the heart and prepare it for divine work, and he pointed to the guidance of Sheikh Mehmed Efendi for all who strive on this path.
When Ayberk Efendi finally presented his offering, the whole gathering fell into reverent silence. The gift stood as a bridge between past glory and future hope, and prayers followed for continued blessings upon Sheikh Nazım Hazretleri and for the unity of our community.
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