On May 29, 2025, Dr. Ufuk Dağlıoğlu, faculty member of the Department of Hadith at our Faculty of Theology, appeared as a guest on a program organized by the Zonguldak Provincial Mufti’s Office and broadcast on Kanal Z. Dr. Dağlıoğlu addressed the topic “Ahsen-u Amel and the Worship of Sacrifice” and explored the following questions with the viewers:

1. What doesAhsen-u Amel mean?
2. What is the relationship between human creation andAhsen-u Amel?
3. Who are the exemplary figures who best embodiedAhsen-u Amel?
4. What is the connection between the act of sacrifice andAhsen-u Amel?
5. In what ways did the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) exemplifyAhsen-u Amel?
6. What are the best deeds to perform on Eid al-Adha?
7. Are there examples ofAhsen-u Amel in today’s world?

The host introduced the concept of Ahsen-u Amel, a term frequently mentioned in the Qur'an that refers to deeds most accepted by God, setting the stage for the discussion. Dr. Dağlıoğlu emphasized that a truly virtuous act must be carried out not only with sincere intention but also in harmony with the fundamental principles of Islam. He pointed out that a deed that contradicts Islamic teachings cannot be deemed acceptable merely due to good intentions, and likewise, an action that appears correct outwardly remains incomplete if it lacks sincerity.

The program also explored the spiritual dimension of the sacrifice worship through the example of the submission shown by Prophet Abraham and his son Ishmael. It was highlighted that sacrifice is not merely a tradition but a form of drawing closer to God and a gesture of gratitude. Dr. Dağlıoğlu stated that although sacrifice might seem like a burden at first glance, the spiritual meaning and reward it brings far outweigh the physical effort.

In addition, the life of the Prophet Muhammad was discussed, particularly his family relations, moral excellence, and humane character. His composed demeanor upon the loss of his 18-month-old son Ibrahim and his affectionate behavior towards his wife were shared as exemplary moral attitudes.

The program also addressed the relationship between faith, knowledge, and reasoning by exploring how acquiring knowledge, the design of objects, and signs in nature point to the existence of God. Social ethics topics such as honesty in trade, thriftiness, and awareness of sharing were also discussed with comparisons between past and present.

Programs like these are seen as valuable opportunities to reflect the academic knowledge of our Faculty of Theology’s staff to society, contributing to raising public religious awareness and fostering a sound understanding of core Islamic concepts.