In this heartfelt khutbah, Şeyh Efendimiz reminded us that we are living in a time of oppression and suffering. The hardships endured by believers – bloodshed, tears and relentless persecution – are not random; they stem from the absence of a unifying head for the ummah. Without a Caliph or Sultan to guide it, the body of Islam is “headless”, stumbling from crisis to crisis while external forces continue their attacks on mosques and Muslims across continents, from Asia to Europe and beyond.
He drew a comparison with Christianity, where a single recognized authority, the Pope, has historically prevented internal conflicts among its followers. The lack of such central leadership in the Muslim world has led to fragmented protests, empty banners and demonstrations that bring no lasting change. The true remedy, Şeyh Efendimiz emphasized, lies not in louder slogans but in the return of rightful spiritual authority.
The central plea of the sermon was therefore simple and profound: every prayer, supplication and daily remembrance should include an earnest request for the appearance of the Mahdi, the promised descendant of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). By praying “Ya Rabb, send us the Mahdi, our Sultan and Caliph,” believers ask for a legitimate leader who will restore balance, bring justice to the world and light the way for the ummah. The Sheikh urged the community to turn away from empty demonstrations and unite behind this spiritual aim, trusting that once the “head” is restored, darkness will recede and true peace will follow.
We invite all members of the Royal Ottoman Society to include this supplication in their daily prayers and to stay connected with fellow seekers through our gatherings. May Allah grant us patience, insight and the swift appearance of the Mahdi.
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