Plans to Change the Government
Several times, the Ottoman authorities considered changing the system of government in these three provinces. There were discussions about placing […]
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Promotion as Offices Become Vacant
As offices within the Ottoman Empire became vacant, replacements were chosen in an orderly manner. These appointments were usually made
The Limits and Extent of the Prime Vizier’s Power
The Prime Vizier held authority almost as wide as that of the Sultan who granted it to him. In most
A Great Gathering of Armed Men
In a very short time, the gathering of people became extremely large. So many armed men arrived that the gardens
The School of Painting as a Link
The School of Painting played an important role as a connecting link between the two main art societies in Bulgaria.
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
Standard of Bulgarian Money
The Bulgarian monetary system is based on clearly defined standards for both gold and silver coins. The gold coins and
Polygamy Family Life and the Author’s Observations
Jealousy Among Multiple Wives In this passage, the author argues that one of the greatest problems in polygamous households was
Intoxication and Ecstasy Among Certain Dervishes
A Different Way of Life Among the various religious groups and dervish orders in the Ottoman Empire, some became known
The Morgi Defenders of Faith and Judgment
The Morgi, also called the Murji’ah, were an important sect in early Islamic history. They were known as strong supporters