18.01.2026 15:20
Images have emerged of Menzil leader Muhammed Saki Erol leading a crowd in repentance during his visit to the Karabağlar district of İzmir, which has made headlines.
The visit of the leader of the congregation, Muhammed Saki Erol, to the Arapderesi area of Karabağlar district in İzmir caused an unusual crowd in the region. The density created during the visit also caught the attention of the local residents.
SALUTED IN FRONT OF THE TURKISH FLAG
Saki Erol greeted the thousands of people gathered for him in front of the Turkish Flag hanging from the window. He then led the crowd in a collective 'repentance'.
THE CROWD REPEATED IN UNISON
Erol's words were repeated by the crowd; "O Lord! I regret all the sins I have committed. I wish I hadn't done them. God willing, I will not do them again. I have accepted the Gavs as my sheikh."