The Rumis of Today
A very important principle to uphold is to view everything in a positive light, as long as it…
Service
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In Memory of Thomas Michel – An Architect of Love
Sometimes we find God sends among us some of His servants as a blessing. The mere presence of…
Nujaba (The Nobles)
“Nobles” is a title used for the “fortys,” or some among the “fortys” included in the “men of…
The Particular Hardships of the Path of Truth
Everyone who strives in God’s path must be mentally prepared for the hardships and challenges they are likely…
Fethullah Gülen’s Gift to the World
News outlets all over the world have started the day with a major update: the Turkish cleric and…
Ghurbah: A Pillar of Ethical Strength in Turbulent Times
Fethullah Gülen, a renowned Turkish scholar, went into self-imposed exile due to escalating tensions in Turkey. Since 1999,…
Seeing the World Differently Through Gülen
The second time I met Fethullah Gülen was with a group of academics. We were ushered into a…
Not a Void, But an Inspiring Force
Teachers and scholars exist to impart their inspiration and teaching, then step away. What they leave behind becomes…
Turning the Unknown and the Different Into the Familiar and the Friendly
December 2, 2015. A mass shooting in San Bernardino, California, following a devastating attack in Paris, France. Anti-Muslim…
Hizmet Is a True Embodiment of the Islamic Ideals of Love and Service to the Other
I have seen many un-Islamic cults play out in the word today: ISIS, al-Qaeda, Boko Haram, al-Shabab. Hizmet…
A Theology of Dialogue
Hizmet (service, in Turkish) is a faith-inspired social movements with schools and cultural centers around the world. Hizmet’s…
A Spirited and Active Life of Service
Question: What are the essentials to remain constantly spirited and active, both in our individual and social lives?…
Seeking Forgiveness in the Service of God
Question: Why is seeking forgiveness needed even right after a good work in the service of God? It…
Action in the Service of God and Community
Question: What is the secret of being a person of constant action in the service of God in…
Divine Support and Ensuring Its Continuation
Question: God Almighty has graced us with a great deal of possibilities to serve humanity. What would you…