The World Headquarters of The Bektashis has issued an official announcement saying that it welcomes the announcement of the extraordinary initiative for the creation of the Bektashi Order as a fully sovereign entity.
According to the World Headquarters of the Bektashis, this is a historic step that aims to recognize the Bektashi Order as an independent state, self-governing, dedicated to upholding its centuries-old tradition of moderation and spiritual inclusion.
"This initiative has nothing to do with self-determination; We are not seeking political power or influence. Instead, we are seeking the freedom to continue our centuries-old tradition of spiritual moderation and religious inclusion," the World Chief Grandfather of the Bektashis said.
Announcement:
The Bektashi World Headquarters welcomes the announcement of the extraordinary initiative for the creation of the Bektashi Order as a fully sovereign entity, ushering in a new era for global religious tolerance and the promotion of peace. This historic step aims to recognize the Bektashi Order as an independent, self-governing state – dedicated to upholding its centuries-old tradition of moderation and spiritual inclusion.
The Bektashi Order, known for its message of peace, tolerance and religious harmony, will gain sovereignty similar to the Vatican, allowing it to govern religious and administrative matters autonomously. This movement will enable the Order to strengthen its role in fostering global interfaith dialogue and countering the rise of violent extremism worldwide. Sovereignty shall ensure the protection and independence of religious practices of the Bektashi Order and the international promotion of these values.
For the believers of the Bektashi Order around the world, this sovereignty ensures the official recognition of their religious community and ensures the protection of their spiritual practices. It will also create a platform for the Order to spread its message of peace and tolerance more effectively, serving as a global voice for moderate Islam. The sovereignty of the Bektashi Order is an important step in strengthening the values of inclusion, religious harmony and dialogue in an increasingly divided world.
"This initiative has nothing to do with self-determination; We are not seeking political power or influence. Instead, we are seeking the freedom to continue our centuries-old tradition of spiritual moderation and religious inclusion," the Chief Grandfather stressed.
As a spiritual entity, citizenship in the new sovereign state of the Bektashi Order will be limited to members of the clergy and individuals engaged in the administration of the state. The governance of the state shall be governed by the spiritual leadership of the Order, with the Chief Justice (Dedebaba) and a council overseeing the religious and administrative functions.
Contrary to alluded to in the media, the new state will have no goal other than spiritual leadership.