Said Yüce, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Istanbul Foundation for Science and Culture (İİKV), accompanied by the Director of the Istanbul Civilization Institute, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ünal Akyüz, visited the Minister of Culture and Tourism, Mehmet Nuri Ersoy, in Istanbul.
A Long Conversation on Scholarly Heritage and the Risale-i Nur
During the meeting, which took place in a highly productive and friendly atmosphere, Said Yüce provided Minister Ersoy with comprehensive information about the foundation's activities and the truths of the Risale-i Nur Collection—the works of Bediuzzaman Said Nursi—which shed light on our present day. For a significant part of the visit, a long lesson and conversation were held regarding the cultural and spiritual values of the Risale-i Nur.
Appreciation and Thanks from Minister Ersoy
In the meeting, where the Director of the Istanbul Civilization Institute, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ünal Akyüz, was also present, an exchange of ideas took place regarding Turkey's cultural development and scholarly projects. Minister of Culture and Tourism Mehmet Nuri Ersoy, who listened with interest to the works carried out by the foundation and the institute, expressed his satisfaction with the scholarly truths and projects conveyed, providing positive feedback.
The meeting concluded with an emphasis on the importance of efforts that will contribute to Turkey's scholarly and cultural life.
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