The Mevlevi Order of Dervishes
Among the many religious orders in the Ottoman Empire, the Mevlevi Order was one of the most respected and famous. […]
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Sects and Religious Differences among Muslims
All Muslims, depending on the country where they live, usually follow one of the four main schools of Islamic law
Independence of the Emaums
In religious matters, the Mufti does not have direct control over the Emaums in their daily work. He does not
Example of Policy and Deception in Old Narratives
This passage is written in very old English and describes a political idea attributed to early Islamic history, especially to
Christian Soldiers under Ottoman Rule
In regions under the control of the Ottoman Empire, Christian subjects often served in the military under their local princes,
Limiting the Power of Great Men
In the Ottoman Empire, the rulers were very careful to prevent powerful men from becoming too strong. This policy did
The Tartar Peoples Under Ottoman Influence
The Vrecopentian Tartars live in Taurica Chersonesus, now known as Crimea. The main city there is Theodosia, today called Cafa.
The State and Splendor of the Prime Vizier
The Prime Vizier lived in a manner that matched the honor of the Sultan whom he represented. His household was
The Arz Agalar and Their Special Role
There were nine officers in the Seraglio known as the Arz Agalar. These men held a special privilege: they were
The Immediate Removal of the Officer
All of this was done in a single moment, without delay. The officer in question was immediately removed from his