Sheikh Bahauddin emphasizes that one must not be confused about the spiritual journey. Mawlana Shaykh was clear. He did not leave any doubt for his murids, who they are to serve.
We Want Good People
Nov15 2014 Turkish 13min
Sheikh Mehmet leads dhikr in Hajja Amina’s mosque in Lefkosha, which, MashaAllah, was built in an empty field and people said it would never be used. Now it is full. And he recalls the many years his father called the Cypriot people to return to Islam. He also is candid about his own state and his prayers for the future.
Following the Good Way
Nov14 2014 English 28min
Shaytan is our enemy. Shaytan has a trick for every kind of person. Some he leads to sinful actions like drinking or adultery. Some who do only good things, shaytan misleads into arrogance and pride. It is dangerous to be alone. Find a guide and stay with the good ones.
Home of Peace
Nov13 2014 Turkish 17min
You are travelling through this temporary life. Your Creator is inviting you to the Home of Peace. Take the easy road, obey your Lord. Come to Islam. Come to peace.
Cleanliness
Nov12 2014 Turkish 17min
Cleanliness, both physical and spiritual, is at the heart of Islam. To be Muslim is to be clean. People must know that many of the Muslims of today do not represent true Islam. Don’t be afraid of Islam - it is both tolerant and pure. All Muslims are brothers.
South Africa
Nov11 2014 Turkish 19min
Sheikh Mehmet reflects on his recent trip to South Africa. The ancestors of the Muslims there were originally brought as slaves and prisoners. They accepted their fate as a test from Allah and so out of it they made goodness, building mosques and inviting people to Islam. In this is a lesson for all of us.
The Powerful Orphans of Mawlana
Nov09 2014 English 27min
Mawlana was our father. He treated us as his children. Now we are orphaned but, as brothers and sisters, we must be strong because he was strong and stay together under our new Sheikh, Sheikh Mehmet. And we must keep Mawlana in our hearts and keep his orders so that inshaAllah we will be near him again one day.
Tawba Before Your Time Is Up
Nov08 2014 English 25min
Sheikh Bahauddin remembers his father’s generosity with his love, his attention and his time. We should still serve and honor him and remember we are nothing. Allah doesn’t like the servant to think he is something. So repent before it is too late.
Nonnegotiable
Nov04 2014 English 19min
There is no democracy in Tariqa. Just like Hajj, we cannot question why it is this way or that, we must simply follow and obey. The order of the Sheikh is like this and in it lies safety. This is the time to look for yourself and to save your own boat.
The First Muslims of South Africa
Oct30 2014 English 7min
Sheikh Mehmet was moved by the stories of the ancestors of the South African Muslims who came with nothing but their patience and their faith. Their dua were accepted and Islam is strong in their country. He talks about the recording angels and the Mercy of Allah.
The Day of Ashura
Oct30 2014 English 10min
The day of Ashura is a holy day. We fast that day and the day before or the day after as well. There is a special prayer to be done before Asr on that day. Allah is not looking for the rich, or the beautiful, or the smart. He is looking for those who love Him.
Hospitality
Oct29 2014 English 5min
Mawlana liked to feed people and he taught his family and murids to offer hospitality and to feed the poor. This is the example to give your children. Give, and protect yourself with sadaqa every day.
The Key to Satisfaction
Oct29 2014 English 8min
The key to satisfaction is not to look at those who have more but to look at those who have less (Hadith). Worship, work, and be thankful for what you have.
The Signs of Qiyama
Oct28 2014 English 19min
Qiyama - Judgment Day - is approaching. Be generous with your sadaqa, give charity to stay safe in a dangerous world. Watch for the big and little signs of Qiyama that the Prophet (sas) informed us about.
The Promise
Oct28 2014 English 11min
Real men are the ones who keep their promises. Bayat is a promise. Even if we forget our promise, the Sheikh will honor his - to take us to Akhira with Iman.
Sahib Mubarak
Oct27 2014 English
Sheikh Mehmet uses the example of one of the Awliya in South Africa to illustrate the point that, with the help of Allah, and following a sheikh, a single weak man can move mountains. Don’t give up. Do your best for Islam.
The Love of a Murshid
Oct26 2014 English 13min
The love of a husband, or wife or child is temporary. Love your Murshid. He brings you closer to a level that you don’t know. A level of feeling confidence and comfort with Allah and Rasulullah. A true murshid is a heavenly gift. Without his love you are nothing.
Nasiha
Oct26 2014 English 31min
Nasiha (advice) must first be given to oneself and then only to others. Ego rejects real advice because learning is painful so having a Murshid is important. His Nasiha is a ready-to-eat meal. It teaches acceptance, good manners and how to learn all in one. So remind, keep it simple, the response will come.