This work was compiled by the successor of Imām Bedī‘uzzamān Sa‘īd Nursī, Sayyid Ahmed Husrev Efendi. The Five Epistles (Beş Risāle) brings together some of the most foundational epistles in The Book of Light Corpus. These ultimately concern the four basic subjects of the Qur’an: tawḥīd (the existence and oneness of God), nubuwwah (the prophetic mission), al-ḥashr (the resurrection and the afterlife), ‘ibādah (worship and servanthood), and the collection includes renowned works like The Epistle on Sincerity, and The Nature Epistle.
The Five Epistles is a carefully curated selection compiled by Sayyid Ahmed Husrev Efendi—the successor of Imām Bedī‘uzzamān Sa‘īd Nursī—bringing together several foundational treatises of the Risale‑i Nur corpus. In a concise, accessible style, it addresses the Qur’ān’s four central themes: tawḥīd (Divine oneness), nubuwwah (prophethood), al‑ḥashr (resurrection and the afterlife), and ʿibādah (worship and servanthood). The volume includes renowned texts such as The Epistle on Sincerity and The Nature Epistle, making it a compact gateway to the spirit of the Risale‑i Nur.
Readers seeking a reliable introduction to the Risale‑i Nur, students and study groups looking for a concise reference, and anyone wishing to strengthen faith with lucid, critically‑verified reasoning.
With its compact format and focused selection, The Five Epistles offers a clear path into the Qur’ānic message of faith, worship, and sincere servanthood.