The chorus refers to "Seyda" and the "Menzil Sultanı," which are respectful titles for the spiritual leaders (Sheikhs) of the Naqshbandi order located in Menzil village.
The lyrics are written in a mix of modern and Ottoman Turkish, common in Sufi-inspired music to express spiritual longing and humility. With my sins/offenses. O demde: In that moment/time. Herdem: Always / at every moment. Cüdayım: I am separated/distant. CГјrmГјmlГЄ O DГЄmdГЄ Herdem CГјdayД±m
"" is the opening line of the popular Turkish Islamic hymn (ilahi) titled Gül Menzil , most notably performed by the artist Murat Belet . The chorus refers to "Seyda" and the "Menzil
"With my sins, I am perpetually separated [from the Divine/the Beloved] in every moment." 2. Lyrics Overview O demde: In that moment/time
The "rose scent" (gül kokan) is a classical metaphor in Islamic literature for the Prophet Muhammad and spiritual purity. 4. How to Listen
The narrator expresses deep sorrow over their sins ("Ağlar dururum kendi halime" — I keep crying over my state ).
The song follows a theme of a "lost soul" seeking spiritual healing at a place called , a well-known spiritual center in Adıyaman, Turkey. Turkish Lyrics Excerpt English Meaning Cürmümle o demde her dem cüdayım With my sins, I am always separated Kapında bir köle bahtı karayım I am a black-fated slave at your door Dedim ki ben nasıl nere varayım I asked, "How and where shall I go?" Dediler ki gitmelisin o gül kokan Menzile They said, "You must go to that rose-scented Menzil" 3. Key Themes