Every idea requires a point of origin. Every pursuit begins from a “source.” With this in mind, we are pleased to present the first issue of Origin, prepared through the collective efforts of students and faculty members within our university.
Every idea requires a point of origin. Every pursuit begins from a “source.” With this in mind, we are pleased to present the first issue of Origin, prepared through the collective efforts of students and faculty members within our university.
Origin is not merely a magazine; it aims to serve as a platform that encourages free thought, interdisciplinary curiosity, and academic creativity. In this regard, our journal offers a rich spectrum of topics—from the influence of religion on psychological resilience and our perception of time, to the roots of theological concepts, mythological symbols, artistic expressions of collective memory, and the process through which Turks embraced Islam.
In this inaugural issue, alongside original contributions written by undergraduate students, we also feature articles from two esteemed professors and an interview with another distinguished scholar. Thus, Origin becomes not only the voice of young writers, but also a reflection of academic mentorship, intergenerational intellectual dialogue, and scholarly continuity.
This issue gives special attention to Bukhara—an eminent center in the history of Islamic thought. Bukhara is more than a city; it is a legacy, a memory, and an intellectual lineage explored in two of our articles. The photograph of Bukhara on our cover symbolizes our respect for this scholarly heritage and our deliberate emphasis on it within this issue. Although Bukhara is not the main theme of the journal, we found it meaningful and appropriate to feature such a locus of learning on our cover.
As part of our visual identity, the Dahlia motif used on the cover and in the logo was a conscious choice. Introduced with this first issue and intended to continue in future editions, the motif embodies both a deep cultural memory and an aesthetic simplicity. A brief explanation of the motif can be found in the related section of the journal.
Naming the journal Origin was no coincidence. The most fundamental questions that nurture thought are often those directed toward beginnings:
What do we think? Where do we begin? Whose legacy do we follow, and which understanding do we pursue?
We believe that a university is not merely a place where knowledge is transmitted, but a space where it is continually produced, questioned, and shared. This journal is a product of that intellectual climate—and, at the same time, an invitation: to write, to think, to share, and to contribute.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to all contributing students; to Professor Nahide Bozkurt for her valuable article; to Professor Şaban Ali Düzgün, whose article and the photograph of Bukhara featured on our cover have enriched this issue both intellectually and aesthetically; to Professor Halis Albayrak for sharing his insights in our interview; and to our Dean, Professor İrfan Aycan, for honoring our journal with his gracious foreword. We sincerely hope that this beginning will pave the way for greater ideas and more refined scholarly endeavors.
With best regards,