Dedication to a Noble Patron
My Lord, Your Lordship’s most humble, most faithful, and most devoted servant, Paul Rycaut An Epistle to the Reader A
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Limits of the National Museum Collection
Because of many gaps, the picture gallery of the National Museum is not very helpful for students who want to
Marriage and Divorce Among the Turks
Marriage as a Sacred and Honorable Institution Marriage was considered both an honorable and a holy institution among the Ottoman
The Diversity of Religious Opinions in the Ottoman Empire
We shall not continue with a longer list of these religious sects, because it may become too tiring and unpleasant
Debates about the Nature of God
Religious Arguments among Sects Many of the religious sects mentioned earlier strongly defended their own beliefs. Because of these disagreements,
The Mufti’s Power to Interpret the Law
The Mufti has a wide and important role in interpreting religious law. It is generally accepted that their law is
The Power of Muscovy
The Muscovite ruler, or Tsar of Russia, has a great reputation and is highly respected by the Turks. He is
The Role of Slaves in the Ottoman Empire
Every day, ships arrived from the Black Sea carrying captives, as we mentioned earlier. Considering the effects of the plague
Marriage as a Political Tool
In the Ottoman Empire, the Sultan, often called the Grand Signior, sometimes used marriage as a political tool. When he
Overview of Exports by Period
The export table shows the value and percentage share of major goods during three different periods: 1890–1894, 1895–1899, and 1900–1904.