I do not believe so many Turks suspect my activities. The idea that this movement of volunteers is suspected by many Turks arises in the same way and for the same reasons that the world hears more about those Muslims whom the media call radicals. Since those who give this impression are extremely loud, some observers can be deceived.

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.

Only those who overflow with love will build the happy and enlightened world of the future.

Mature people never make difference of opinion a means of conflict.

Terrorism is one of the cardinal sins that the Koran threatens with hellfire.

Love is one of the most subtle blessings that the All-Merciful One has bestowed upon humanity.

Tolerance, a term which we sometimes use in place of the words respect, mercy, generosity, or forbearance, is the most essential element of moral systems; it is a very important source of spiritual discipline and a celestial virtue of perfected people.