In this sohbet, Ayberk Efendi reminds us that for fifteen centuries humanity has been given every essential counsel, warnings, advice and truths, through the prophets, the saints and the holy books, and in modern times through television, newspapers, radio and the internet. From the moment Adam (peace be upon him) first received divine guidance, God has sent messengers and revelations so that no one can claim ignorance. Today information is at our fingertips; the excuse “I never heard it” no longer holds.
The real test, Ayberk Efendi stresses, is not hearing the message but acting on it. He points to present‑day warnings, whether of looming conflict, social upheaval or personal neglect, and asks why many still dismiss them with “nothing will happen.” Allah does not accept heedlessness as an excuse. Those who turn away from the truth and refuse to listen, see or understand are following the path of deception. The Prophet ﷺ taught that a believer must never be heedless; the early companions answered every warning by preparing their gardens, storing supplies and staying vigilant. Their example invites us to turn knowledge into action today.
The message ends with a call to readiness. Any moment may bring an unforeseen test, and the faithful must be prepared, as the companions were. Since all the necessary knowledge is now available, no one can claim to be unaware; the responsibility to act rests with each of us. By storing provisions, cultivating spiritual awareness and watching for the signs, we honour the mercy and guidance given to us.
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