In Islamic practice, both elements serve distinct but complementary purposes for the practitioner:
This specifically refers to the sending of blessings upon the Prophet Muhammad. In Turkey, Sela also refers to a specific call recited from minarets before Friday prayers or upon the death of a community member to invite people to prayer or inform them of a funeral. Themes in the "Uzun Versiyon" (Long Version)
The refers to a prolonged spiritual performance combining Zikr (remembrance of God) and Sela (invocations upon the Prophet). These recordings, often found on platforms like YouTube and SoundCloud, are deeply rooted in Turkish Islamic and Sufi traditions. The Spiritual Significance of Zikr and Sela
Defined as the "remembrance" of Allah, it involves the repetition of sacred phrases such as La ilaha illallah (There is no god but Allah), Subhanallah (Glory be to Allah), and Allahu Akbar (Allah is the Greatest). The primary goal is to foster a deep awareness of the Divine in the heart and to attain inner peace.
The "Uzun Versiyon" is typically used for extended meditation or communal gatherings. It often follows a structured path of spiritual ascent:
