In a heartfelt gathering on 13 March 2016, held together with Harmonie Der Herzen e.V., Sheikh Bahauddin Efendi addressed a question that haunts many seekers: What will become of our destiny? The conversation unfolded around a simple yet profound reminder that the only constant we truly control is time—and once it passes, it never returns.
Time as the Ultimate Teacher
Sheikh Bahauddin gently explained that people often structure their relationships and choices according to imagined “boxes” or future outcomes. They ask the sheikh, “What are my boxes? What does my future look like?” The answer he offers is not a detailed prophecy but a call to awareness: “Only time, things that do not come back.”
Repeated throughout the sohbet, this phrase becomes a mantra urging listeners to recognize how easily we waste moments on speculation. Instead of lingering over what may happen, the sheikh encourages us to act in the present, to make use of every breath as an opportunity for spiritual growth and service.
The Practice of “Fezekkir”
The term fezekkir appears repeatedly—an Arabic exhortation meaning “remember.” Sheikh Bahauddin ties this reminder to the Prophet’s (peace be upon him) practice of constantly recalling Allah and the fleeting nature of worldly life. By keeping the awareness of time’s finitude alive in our hearts, we are better positioned to:
- Prioritize deeds that nurture the soul
- Reach out to others before it is too late
- Live each moment with purpose rather than procrastination
In this way, fezekkir becomes both a personal discipline and a communal responsibility: we remind one another of the preciousness of now.
Living the Message Today
The essence of “Just Do It” in Sheikh Bahauddin’s words is not a call for reckless haste but an invitation to align our intentions with the reality that time does not rewind. When we internalize this truth, we become more mindful of how we spend our days, more compassionate toward those around us, and more committed to the spiritual path.
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