The Beglerbegs Who Held the Rank of Vizier
Among all the Beglerbegs, five held the special and honorable title of Vizier, a word that means counsellor or chief […]
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Different Policies for Old and New Lands
It is important to explain another point of Ottoman policy. While the Turks believed it was useful to keep some
Admission to the Schools
When the youths are admitted to the Seraglio, they are placed in one of two schools, called Oda. These are
The Rise of the Bostancıs
Among the Bostancıs (also written as Bostangees), some were promoted to a higher rank and were called Hasaki, a title
Crisis at the Court of the Grand Signior
Advice from the Inner Circle During this dangerous moment, the Grand Signior received urgent advice from two powerful figures within
A Humble Address to a Statesman
The author begins by expressing humility. He admits that it would be great presumption for him to offer personal observations
Characteristics of Bulgarian Art
The Role of the National Museum The art gallery of the National Museum in Sofia has existed for almost twenty
The Bayram Festival and the Ceremonies of the Ottoman Court
The Two Bayram Festivals The writer explains that Muslims in the Ottoman Empire celebrated two important religious festivals each year.
The Life and Teachings of the Herervi Order
The Knowledge and Skills of Herervi Herervi was known as a very learned and skilled man, especially in the field
The Sabiny Sect
The sect called Sabiny, though formally Mahometans, seems to differ greatly from other followers of Islam. While most Muslims take