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We are mortals, we will die one day.
I don't have a need to promote myself.
I have always been against coups, and I cursed them.
I've never sought to be known or recognized by people.
Studying physics, mathematics, and chemistry is worshipping God.
Mature people never make difference of opinion a means of conflict.
The lesser jihad is our active fulfillment of Islam's commands and duties.
Islam abhors and absolutely condemns terrorism and any terrorist activity.
Terrorism is one of the cardinal sins that the Koran threatens with hellfire.
I would curse people who resort to coups against democracy, liberty, republic.
We will never be a part of any plot against those who are governing our country.
I have always tried to be a humble servant of God and a humble member of humanity.
Profiling any segment of society and viewing them as a threat is a sign of intolerance.
I have never imagined being or wished to be chosen as something important in the world.
It is possible that people who share core values will make choices along the same lines.
Avoiding the physical sciences due to the fear that they will lead to heresy is childish.
Telling or encouraging people to vote for a party would be an insult to peoples' intellect.
Only those who overflow with love will build the happy and enlightened world of the future.
Love is one of the most subtle blessings that the All-Merciful One has bestowed upon humanity.
I have spent over 50 years preaching and teaching the values of peace, mutual respect and altruism.
Under any circumstances, if I had to return to Turkey and face the gallows, I will not blink an eye.
The principles and form of government that form the basis of democracy are compatible with Islamic values.
Erdogan thinks if he gets rid of me, he thinks ending me will end the movement. He couldn't be more wrong.
Politics can be a factor neither in shaping Islam nor directing Muslims' acts and attitudes in Islam's name.
Muslims have never been and never can be so base as to expect any solutions to their problems through terror.
If somebody who appears to be a Hizmet sympathizer has been involved in an attempted coup, he betrays my ideals.
I have said time and again that the republican order, and secularism, when executed perfectly, are blessings from God.
My position on democracy is really clear. Any attempt to overthrow the country is a betrayal to our unity and is treason.
When the opportunities come, Cemaat participants, just like any other citizen will make their choices based on their values.
No citizen or social group can be completely isolated from politics, because policy decisions and actions affect their lives.
I have always believed in seeking happiness in the happiness of others and the virtue of seeking God's pleasure in helping His people.
I have repeatedly declared that it is impossible for a true Muslim to be a terrorist, nor can a terrorist be regarded as a true Muslim.
The Muslim world suffers from internal divisions, antidemocratic practices, and the violation of fundamental human rights and freedoms.
My philosophy - inclusive and pluralist Islam, dedicated to service to human beings from every faith - is antithetical to armed rebellion.
My core belief is to seek peace in the world, helping people eliminate certain malevolent attitudes through education as much as possible.
Entrepreneurs and volunteers inspired by Hizmet's values have invested in modern education and community service in more than 150 countries.
One will never reach distant shores, if he chooses to remain upon the dock, In fear his little ship of dreams may be dashed against the rocks.
The greater jihad is proclaiming war on our ego's destructive and negative emotions and thoughts... which prevent us from attaining perfection.
I am neither a sociologist nor a psychologist, but you don't have to be one to see that Turkey is in a vortex of problems, isolated from the world.
A small minority in Turkey even accuses me of having political ambitions, when in fact I have been struggling with various illnesses for many years.
If I were to say anything to people I may say people should vote for those who are respectful to democracy, rule of law, who get on well with people.
My message to the Turkish people is never to view any military intervention positively because through military intervention, democracy cannot be achieved.
I probably will not live to see Turkey become an exemplary democracy, but I pray that the downward authoritarian drift can be stopped before it is too late.
Tolerance is our safest refuge and our fortress against the handicaps that arise from schism, factions, and the difficulties inherent in reaching mutual agreement
Islam as a religion focuses primarily on the immutable aspects of life and existence, whereas a political system concerns only social aspects of our worldly life.
Throughout my life, I have publicly and privately denounced military interventions in domestic politics. In fact, I have been advocating for democracy for decades.
Regardless of their religious observance, citizens can and should unite around universal human rights and freedoms, and democratically oppose those who violate them.
A Turkey under a dictatorial regime, providing haven to violent radicals and pushing its Kurdish citizens into desperation, would be a nightmare for Middle East security.
I have never imagined being or wished to be chosen as something important in the world. I have always tried to be a humble servant of God and a humble member of humanity.
Some people may regard my views well and show respect to me, and I hope they have not deceived themselves in doing so. Some people think that I am a leader of a movement.