Mehmet Göktaş calls for greater visibility of Islam in public spaces

Mehmet Göktaş argues that the strength of Islam is measured by its visibility and presence in public spaces rather than being confined to private homes. He suggests that for a religion to be truly impactful, its symbols and practices must be manifest in streets, avenues, and squares.

Göktaş notes that historical opposition to the Prophet was often rooted in the act of performing prayers outside the home. He emphasizes that religious symbols, specifically mentioning the hijab, should not be restricted to domestic settings but should be part of the public sphere to fulfill the role of a 'witnessing nation' (Şahid Ümmet) to humanity.