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On Being Muslim: Wisdom from The Risale-i Nur
Dr. Zeyneb Sayılgan’s research focuses on Islamic theology and spirituality as articulated in the writings of Muslim scholar Bediüzzaman Said Nursi (1876-1960). She has obtained her doctoral degree in Theological and Religious Studies from Georgetown Univ
Frequency: 1 episode/22d. Total Eps: 71
Study Islam through the wisdom of the Risale-i Nur - a Qur'an commentary by Bediüzzaman Said Nursi. His work offers rich insights on God, life, and the human condition.
A podcast hosted by Dr. Zeyneb Sayilgan
Bediüzzaman Said Nursi (1876-1960) was an outstanding Muslim scholar. He was born in the village of Nurs near the city of Bitlis in the Eastern region of the Ottoman Empire (modern Türkiye). Said Nursi dedicated his entire life to learning and teaching the message of the Qur’an and Prophet Muhammad’s example (God's peace and blessings be upon him). His life work the Risale-i Nur - The Message of Light - aims to cultivate knowledge, certainty, and love of God. Said Nursi’s vision was to bring back awareness of God into the center of human life. During a time in which religion was banned from all areas of public and private life, he showed how the Book of the Universe or nature can open windows to the Divine. His lifelong struggle was committed to saving and strengthening belief (iman) in God and the afterlife.
To prove God's existence, Said Nursi followed the dual Qur'anic model as stated in Chapter 51 verses 20-21. Both the outward world (macrocosmos) and the inward human world (microcosmos) testify to the existence of an All-Wise, All-Powerful, and Compassionate Creator.
In terms of the macro world, he was keen to stress that religion and science complement each other. As evident throughout Islamic history, scientific inquiry was a means to come closer to God and seek sacred knowledge about the Divine. His 6000-page Risale is full of reference to various branches of knowledge: from astronomy, biology, and geography to physics and chemistry - Said Nursi regarded the sciences as a window to God or as a manifestation of the beautiful Divine Names (asma al-husna). In terms of introspection - the micro world - he wrote extensively about how the human condition of existential weakness and spiritual poverty revealed the Creator.
With God’s guidance, Said Nursi was able to speak to people from all walks of life. They were able to benefit from the Risale and its vast knowledge about God.
Until the very end of his life, he was perceived as a threat and enemy to the state. Public authorities regarded his Risale as an attempt to undermine their aggressive secularization project. Its aim was to eradicate all traces and expressions of religion. Said Nursi spent most of his life in exile or prison. Despite all injustices and attempts to silence him, he succeeded in his non-violent struggle and set an example of positive action for many generations to come. His legacy continues through the writings and teachings of his Risale-i Nur which has been translated into more than 50 languages and gained a worldwide readership.
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For an excellent introduction read Exploring Islam: Theology and Spiritual Practice in America by Salih Sayilgan
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God Never Dies
Season 5 · Episode 3
dimanche 11 janvier 2026 • Duration 59:16
Reflections from The Risale-Nur a Qur'an commentary by Bediüzzaman Said Nursi
The Letters - Twentieth Letter - First Station - The Eighth Phrase
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For an excellent introduction read Exploring Islam: Theology and Spiritual Practice in America by Salih Sayilgan
The German version of this podcast is HERE
Music credits: © "Uyan Ey Gözlerim" Duet Guitar And Ney, Vol.1 by Eyüp Hamiş
Prayer in Islam - Part 2: Cosmic Service, Worship and Prayer
Season 5 · Episode 2
samedi 4 octobre 2025 • Duration 01:00:52
Reflections from The Risale-Nur a Qur'an commentary by Bediüzzaman Said Nursi
The Words - Third Word
Download the Apps for the Collection here
You can also read along on my YOUTUBE channel
For an excellent introduction read Exploring Islam: Theology and Spiritual Practice in America by Salih Sayilgan
The German version of this podcast is HERE
Music credits: © "Uyan Ey Gözlerim" Duet Guitar And Ney, Vol.1 by Eyüp Hamiş
The Good Person - Homo Qur'anicus (The Qur'anic Human Being)
Season 4 · Episode 3
jeudi 17 octobre 2024 • Duration 01:23:28
Reflections from The Risale-Nur a Qur'an commentary by Bediüzzaman Said Nursi
The Words - The Twelfth Word - Second Principle
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You can also read along on my YOUTUBE channel
For an excellent introduction read Exploring Islam: Theology and Spiritual Practice in America by Salih Sayilgan
The German version of this podcast is HERE
Music credits: © "Uyan Ey Gözlerim" Duet Guitar And Ney, Vol.1 by Eyüp Hamiş
The Good Person - On God-Consciousness (Taqwa)
Season 4 · Episode 2
jeudi 19 septembre 2024 • Duration 59:41
Reflections from The Risale-Nur a Qur'an commentary by Bediüzzaman Said Nursi
The Words - The Twenty-Third Word - First Point
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You can also read along on my YOUTUBE channel
For an excellent introduction read Exploring Islam: Theology and Spiritual Practice in America by Salih Sayilgan
The German version of this podcast is HERE
Music credits: © "Uyan Ey Gözlerim" Duet Guitar And Ney, Vol.1 by Eyüp Hamiş
The Good Person - On Sincerity (Ikhlas)
Season 4 · Episode 1
jeudi 5 septembre 2024 • Duration 38:12
Reflections from The Risale-Nur a Qur'an commentary by Bediüzzaman Said Nursi
The Flashes - The Twenty-First Flash - Your First Rule
Download the Apps for the Collection here
You can also read along on my YOUTUBE channel
For an excellent introduction read Exploring Islam: Theology and Spiritual Practice in America by Salih Sayilgan
The German version of this podcast is HERE
Music credits: © "Uyan Ey Gözlerim" Duet Guitar And Ney, Vol.1 by Eyüp Hamiş
Resurrection and Afterlife in Islam - Part 14
Season 3 · Episode 30
samedi 15 juin 2024 • Duration 37:55
Reflections from The Risale-Nur a Qur'an commentary by Bediüzzaman Said Nursi
The Words - Tenth Word - Sixth Truth
Download the Apps for the Collection here
You can also read along on my YOUTUBE channel
I recommend the new book God, Evil and Suffering in Islam by Salih Sayilgan (Cambridge University Press, 2023)
For an excellent introduction read Exploring Islam: Theology and Spiritual Practice in America by Salih Sayilgan
The German version of this podcast is HERE
Music credits: © "Uyan Ey Gözlerim" Duet Guitar And Ney, Vol.1 by Eyüp Hamiş
Resurrection and Afterlife in Islam - Part 13
Season 3 · Episode 29
vendredi 31 mai 2024 • Duration 42:02
Reflections from The Risale-Nur a Qur'an commentary by Bediüzzaman Said Nursi
The Words - Tenth Word - Sixth Truth
Download the Apps for the Collection here
You can also read along on my YOUTUBE channel
I recommend the new book God, Evil and Suffering in Islam by Salih Sayilgan (Cambridge University Press, 2023)
For an excellent introduction read Exploring Islam: Theology and Spiritual Practice in America by Salih Sayilgan
The German version of this podcast is HERE
Music credits: © "Uyan Ey Gözlerim" Duet Guitar And Ney, Vol.1 by Eyüp Hamiş
Resurrection and Afterlife in Islam - Part 12
Season 3 · Episode 28
vendredi 24 mai 2024 • Duration 42:18
Reflections from The Risale-Nur a Qur'an commentary by Bediüzzaman Said Nursi
The Words - Tenth Word - Sixth Truth
Download the Apps for the Collection here
You can also read along on my YOUTUBE channel
I recommend the new book God, Evil and Suffering in Islam by Salih Sayilgan (Cambridge University Press, 2023)
For an excellent introduction read Exploring Islam: Theology and Spiritual Practice in America by Salih Sayilgan
The German version of this podcast is HERE
Music credits: © "Uyan Ey Gözlerim" Duet Guitar And Ney, Vol.1 by Eyüp Hamiş
Resurrection and Afterlife in Islam - Part 11
Season 3 · Episode 27
vendredi 10 mai 2024 • Duration 37:30
Reflections from The Risale-Nur a Qur'an commentary by Bediüzzaman Said Nursi
The Words - Tenth Word - Fifth Truth
Download the Apps for the Collection here
You can also read along on my YOUTUBE channel
I recommend the new book God, Evil and Suffering in Islam by Salih Sayilgan (Cambridge University Press, 2023)
For an excellent introduction read Exploring Islam: Theology and Spiritual Practice in America by Salih Sayilgan
The German version of this podcast is HERE
Music credits: © "Uyan Ey Gözlerim" Duet Guitar And Ney, Vol.1 by Eyüp Hamiş
Resurrection and Afterlife in Islam - Part 10
Season 3 · Episode 26
vendredi 3 mai 2024 • Duration 37:33
Reflections from The Risale-Nur a Qur'an commentary by Bediüzzaman Said Nursi
The Words - Tenth Word - Fifth Truth
Download the Apps for the Collection here
You can also read along on my YOUTUBE channel
I recommend the new book God, Evil and Suffering in Islam by Salih Sayilgan (Cambridge University Press, 2023)
For an excellent introduction read Exploring Islam: Theology and Spiritual Practice in America by Salih Sayilgan
The German version of this podcast is HERE
Music credits: © "Uyan Ey Gözlerim" Duet Guitar And Ney, Vol.1 by Eyüp Hamiş
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