With a heavy heart, I offer my deepest condolences on the passing of our beloved teacher, Hojaefendi Fethullah Gulen. From a small village in Erzurum, he rose to become a guiding light for millions, transforming countless lives with his wisdom and teachings. He was the teacher who kindled in me a deep love for the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and taught us how to be devout while embracing all of Allah’s creations with compassion. He led by example, living a life rooted in Islamic principles and the Sunnah, showing us what it means to embody faith through action. His commitment to value-based education and coexistence served as a beacon in a world that often struggled to understand his message of peace and unity. My life was in illusion unless Hizmet volunteers caught my hand and brought the light of Islam and serving people in my heart. May Allah grant him the highest rank in Jannah, and may his legacy of love, knowledge, and understanding continue to inspire generations to come. Ameen.