In this powerful sohbet, Ayberk Efendi reminds us that for fifteen centuries humanity has been offered every essential counsel—warnings, advice, and truths—through the prophets, the saints, the holy books, and, in modern times, television, newspapers, radio, and the internet. From the moment Adam ʿAlayhis‑sallām first received divine guidance, the Divine has sent messengers and revelations so that no one can claim ignorance. Today, the flood of information is at our fingertips; the excuse “I never heard it” no longer holds weight.
Ayberk Efendi stresses that the true test lies not in hearing the message but in acting upon it. He points to contemporary warnings—whether about looming conflict, societal upheaval, or personal neglect—and asks why many still dismiss them as “nothing will happen.” The answer, he explains, is simple: Allah does not accept heedlessness as a valid excuse. Those who turn away from truth, who refuse to listen, see, or understand, are following the path of deception. The Prophet ﷺ taught that a believer must never be in a state of negligence; the early companions responded to every warning by preparing their gardens, storing supplies, and staying vigilant. Their example invites us to translate knowledge into concrete action today.
The message culminates in a call to readiness. Every moment could bring an unforeseen test, and the faithful must be prepared, just as the companions were more than a millennium and a half ago. Because all the necessary knowledge is now readily available, no one can claim they are unaware; the responsibility to act rests squarely on each individual. By storing provisions, cultivating spiritual awareness, and staying alert to the signs, we honor the mercy and guidance bestowed upon us.
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