The Absolute Power of the Emperor
Absolute Rule as the Strength of the Empire The absolute authority of the emperor is one of the greatest supports
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The Monetary System of Bulgaria
The official monetary system of Bulgaria is based on two units: the lev and the stotinka. The lev has the
Children Inheritance and Temporary Marriage in the Ottoman Empire
Children Born to Concubines In this passage, the author discusses the legal position of children born to female slaves, also
Egyptian Dervishes and the Legend of Saint Kederlee
A Famous Monastery in Egypt There was a well-known monastery of dervishes in Egypt dedicated to a saint called Kederlee.
The Jabari Belief in Divine Determinism
In Islamic theology, one of the most opposed schools of thought to the Mu‘tazilites and other moderate thinkers is the
Magnificence of Royal Mosques
The Turks show great care and generosity in building mosques and other religious buildings dedicated to the service of God.
Origin of the Law and Religion
It is commonly known that the religious law followed by the Turks was believed to be compiled by the Prophet
The Ambassador’s Entrance
When the ambassador approached the Sultan, he was brought to a large gate near the audience chamber. The porch was
The Wealth and Danger of Egypt
In provinces like Egypt, Pashas could become extremely rich in a short time. Because of this great wealth, it was
Trade Relations with Servia and the United States
This article reviews Bulgaria’s trade relations with Servia and the United States during three five-year periods: 1890–1894, 1895–1899, and 1900–1904.