Listening holds deep meaning and significance in all spiritual traditions. In many mystical traditions, listening is not just an act done with the ears, but a state of being with the heart and soul. This understanding, which spans from ancient times to the present, signifies listening to the essence of nature, humanity, and the universe. While Sufi dervishes strive to reach divine peace by listening to the inner voice during zikr, in Zen practice, listening is one of the cornerstones of meditation.

Listening is directed not only toward the external world but also toward the inner realm. In every tradition, spiritual guidance, harmony, and healing emerge when a person listens to themselves and the universe with deep awareness. The breeze of the wind, the flow of water, or the silence of a friend—all these are clues that connect us to the divine. True listening is the ability to perceive the sacred hidden in every moment of existence and to be in harmony with it. Listening in this way not only brings peace and balance, but also directs the individual toward a door that opens to the deep secrets of existence.