Gaziantep to hosts annual prayer workshop highlighting the beauty of worship
The vibrant city of Gaziantep set to become a focal point for spiritual enrichment on Sunday as the Prophet Lovers Foundation inaugurates its 7th annual "Prayer Workshop."
Under the uplifting theme, “Life is Beautiful with Prayer,” the event aims to delve into the profound blessings and tranquility that prayer bestows upon the faithful.
Scheduled to commence at 1:00 p.m. at the prestigious Şahinbey Congress and Arts Center's Şahveli Hall, the workshop is designed to explore the central role of prayer (salah) in nurturing both a thriving individual spirit and a harmonious, pious society. The program is structured into two insightful sessions, welcoming the entire public to partake in this celebration of faith and devotion.
The first session, beginning at 1:30 PM, will be guided by moderator Ökkeş Korkmaz. Attendees will have the privilege of hearing from a distinguished panel of scholars, including Educator-Author M. Emin Sütçü, Dr. Hasan Bulut, and Prof. Dr. Hüseyin Çelik. Their discussions are expected to illuminate the personal dimensions of prayer, focusing on its power to purify the heart, provide solace in times of trial, and foster a continuous connection with the Divine in daily life.
The program will resume with its second session at 4:00 p.m., moderated by Harun Aktaş. This segment will feature enlightening presentations from Dr. İbrahim Dağılma, Dr. Hüseyin Dursun, and Prof. Dr. Şemsettin Dursun. Their talks will broaden the scope to address the social fabric, highlighting how congregational prayer and a prayer-conscious community serve as the bedrock for ethical conduct, social solidarity, and a morally upright society.
Foundation officials have extended a warm invitation to all, emphasizing that the workshop is a vital opportunity for the community to unite in seeking knowledge. The event promises to offer significant assessments from renowned experts in the field, focusing on the unique spiritual beauty and divine grace that prayer weaves into the tapestry of a believer's life. This gathering stands as a testament to the foundation's mission to revive and celebrate the timeless Islamic practices that bring true beauty and meaning to human existence. (ILKHA)
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