The Bayram Festival and the Ceremonies of the Ottoman Court
The Two Bayram Festivals The writer explains that Muslims in the Ottoman Empire celebrated two important religious festivals each year. […]
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The Life and Teachings of the Herervi Order
The Knowledge and Skills of Herervi Herervi was known as a very learned and skilled man, especially in the field
The Seels Devoted Preachers of Morality
The Seels are a sect within the Muslim community, founded by Mahomet to guide the minds of ordinary people toward
Influence of a Prince on His Subjects
Where the example of a ruler permits certain actions, his subjects—whether soldiers or lawyers—often follow without hesitation. They believe that
The Challenge for Christianity Among the Turks
Christianity faced great difficulties in gaining respect among the Turks. The Turks often viewed Christians as despicable and contemptible, considering
The Ottoman View of the Holy Roman Emperor
The Turks understood that the Holy Roman Emperor alone was not very strong. His own forces, by themselves, were considered
Converts Who Became Zealous Turks
Many of those who converted to Islam did not remain half-hearted believers. Over time, they became fully part of Turkish
The Strategic Advantage of Empty Lands
Another important advantage of keeping certain regions thinly populated was military defense. If a foreign enemy tried to enter the
The Government of Buda in Hungary
The twentieth province was the Government of the Pasha of Budun, also called Buda, located in Hungary. This was one
The End of the Private Ceremony
After the formal ceremonies and private meeting have ended, the woman chosen by the Grand Signior is returned to the