In a warm gathering, Ayberk Efendi opened the evening by greeting two distinguished guests: Prince Eduard von Anhalt and his steadfast companion, High Knight Karl‑Heinz Meyer. Speaking in Turkish with the reverent cadence that characterises our sohbet meetings, he emphasized that the presence of these honoured visitors unites the assembly around a shared spiritual purpose.
Ayberk Efendi highlighted Prince Eduard’s lineage, tracing it back 1 350 years to the final heir of the historic Anhalt kingdom. He invited everyone to listen with open hearts and ears, reminding the audience that the stories about to be told carry real and instructive lessons for all who seek truth. The prince’s family banner bears an inscription urging fear of Allah and obedience—a reminder that transcends any temporal title.
The address then turned to a broader reflection on history. Ayberk Efendi warned against recent tendencies to portray rulers merely as tyrants or barbarians, noting that such narratives often obscure the deeper spiritual responsibilities of leadership. He affirmed that the gathering aims to uncover those distortions and to restore a balanced view rooted in divine guidance. By standing “back‑to‑back, side by side,” the community embodies the solidarity exemplified by Prince Eduard and High Knight Karl‑Heinz.
As the evening progressed, Ayberk Efendi encouraged participants to absorb the lessons that would emerge from the guests’ stories, urging them to keep their hearts receptive and to remember Allah’s presence in every step of the journey.
We look forward to sharing more moments of insight and fellowship. To stay informed about upcoming gatherings, please visit our live meetings page.
