In this brief yet luminous talk, Sheikh Bahauddin Adil Efendi invites us to turn our hearts toward the ultimate source of love – the Divine. The recording opens with a rhythmic chant of “La ilaha illa Allah… La ilaha illa Allah, la ilaha illa Allah, hak Muhammad sallallahu alayhi wa sallam.” By repeating the declaration of God’s oneness and invoking the Prophet’s name, the Sheikh reminds us that true love begins with sincere remembrance (dhikr) and a deep‑rooted connection to the Qur’anic proclamation.
He explains that divine love is not an abstract concept but a living experience that transforms every step we take—whether we are climbing stairs in our homes or walking through the bustling streets of the city. Each breath becomes an opportunity to affirm that there is no deity worthy of worship except Allah, and each moment of mindfulness draws us nearer to the mercy embodied by Muhammad (peace be upon him). The Sheikh’s gentle urging—“Haydi gözlerini sök” (“Open your eyes”)—serves as a poetic call to awaken from spiritual sleep and perceive the world through the lens of love and gratitude.
From this short reflection we take away three practical reminders:
- Begin every action with dhikr – uttering “La ilaha illa Allah” grounds us in divine presence.
- Invoke the Prophet’s name – recalling Muhammad (peace be upon him) opens our hearts to compassion and mercy.
- Awaken consciously – let the call to “open your eyes” inspire a continual, mindful awareness of God’s love surrounding us.
May this brief encounter with Sheikh Bahauddin Adil Efendi’s words inspire each of us to cultivate a deeper, living relationship with the Divine.
If you feel drawn to explore divine love further, we welcome you to join our live meetings where seekers gather for zikr, study, and the opportunity to take Bayah on the Sufi path: https://royalottomans.com/live-meetings.
