In His Name, be He glorified!

My Dear, Loyal, Unshakeable, Undismayed Brothers, who would never give up working for the hereafter for this fleeting world!

Don’t be upset at remaining here a little longer and their wanting to extend our case somewhat. On the contrary, be pleased, like me. For since life never stops and rushes to extinction, in places of tribulation such as this it becomes eternal through the fruits its yields for the hereafter. Moreover, the circle the Risale‑i Nur teaches is expanding. For example, the scholars of the experts’ committee are being obliged to study The Illuminating Lamp with close attention. Also, it is possible that if we were released now, it would cause deficiencies in our work for the cause of belief in one or two respects.

Although the distress I suffer far exceeds yours, I do not want to be released. So as far as you can, try to endure it patiently and become accustomed to this sort of life, and to find solace and ease of mind by writing out the Risale‑i Nur and reading it.

Said Nursi