In this heartfelt sohbet, the gathering is reminded that the simple utterance Bismillāhir‑Rahmānir‑Rahīm is far more than a customary phrase; it is a living sign of a believer’s connection with Allah. The talk begins by asking whether we truly “take” (çekti) the Basmala before every deed. When the blessed name slips from our tongues, it is described as an indication that we have also forgotten Allah Himself, leaving us without the spiritual compass needed to navigate life’s steep hills and valleys.
A central theme of the sohbet is the divine gift of intellect (akıl). Reason is portrayed as a tool granted by Allah so that humanity may steer its own “vehicle” through the world with wisdom. Yet, in today’s 21st‑century reality many have abandoned this guidance, allowing their inner “settings” (ayar) to become misaligned—much like a carriage whose wheel or steering is out of balance. The speaker uses vivid analogies: a driver who neglects to check the steering before an ascent inevitably loses direction; similarly, when we ignore both the Basmala and our intellect, we risk spiritual disorientation and even suffocation, because “without Allah’s permission the lungs will not draw air.”
The sohbet also touches on the dangers of arrogance and material attachment. References to wealth, banks, and worldly possessions illustrate how a focus on external riches can distract us from the inner work of aligning our hearts with divine remembrance. The narrative warns that when people cease to use their intellect, they become “ayarsız” (without proper setting), leading to actions that harm themselves and the broader Ummah.
Throughout the talk, a compassionate call resonates: revive the practice of beginning every action with Bismillāhir‑Rahmānir‑Rahīm, and actively engage the intellect Allah has bestowed upon us. By doing so, we keep our spiritual “engine” running smoothly, avoid the pitfalls of pride, and become beacons of light for those around us.
May this reminder inspire each of us to bring the Basmala back into the rhythm of daily life, to think before we act, and to trust that Allah’s guidance will steer us toward safety and success.
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