Lands of Constant War
These provinces have long been known as places of great struggle and suffering. In many wars between the Ottoman Empire […]
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Learning for the Duties of High Office
A great minister, or any high officer of the Empire, was expected to perform his duties with knowledge and judgment.
Envy Rivalry and Court Politics
Emulation and flattery were powerful forces in the Ottoman court. Many rival groups and factions competed for influence, and this
The Flight into the Garden
Seeing the danger before him, the man fled quickly through the terrace and ran into the royal garden. However, he
National Character of Bulgarian Art
Bulgarian art can be called national mainly because of its content, not because of its form or technique. The subjects
A People Shaped by Constant War
A Life Formed by Conflict The entire condition and experience of this people has been shaped by continuous war. From
Changing Priorities After the Creation of the Principality
Before the creation of the Bulgarian Principality, the main goal of the educated classes was the intellectual awakening of the
Ottoman and European Views on Morality and Concubinage
The Author’s Defense of Christian Society In this passage, the author continues his discussion of the differences between Christian and
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 Dispute Between Adam and Moses
In Islamic thought, there has been a long debate about the role of free will, divine justice, and predestination. One