The Province of Damascus (Scham)
The fourth great province of the Ottoman Empire was Scham, better known as Damascus. This province held a very important […]
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Absolute Obedience to the Sultan
Another result of this strict system of government was the complete obedience shown to the Grand Signior, or Sultan. Great
The White Eunuchs and Their Rank
These officers described above are the principal and senior officers among the White Eunuchs of the Seraglio. Besides them, there
Fear Ambition and Rival Factions at Court
The Mother’s Growing Fear The Sultan’s mother, already shaken by the violent death of her husband, soon became deeply fearful
Lessons for Christians
From the example of the Turks, all Christians can learn an important lesson about obedience and law. The Turks show
Haralampy Tatcheff and Decorative Art in Bulgaria
Among Bulgarian artists, Haralampy Tatcheff stands out as the leading figure in decorative art. He graduated from the School of
The Growing Success of Bulgarian Art
As artistic interest and public taste gradually awakened and developed in Bulgaria, the moral success of Bulgarian art became assured.
Muslim Prayer and a European Observer’s Opinion
A Scene of Quiet Worship The writer continues describing the way Muslims prayed, especially in the Ottoman Empire. He says
The Followers of the Kalenderi Santon
The Character of the Santon The Santon, or holy man, described in the previous section was known for his strict
Influence and Corruption of the Sect
These people were easily persuaded to give false testimony in favor of their sect, often ignoring fairness or reason. They