Ancient Sects and Beliefs among the Turks
In the past, many writers tried to describe the religion and beliefs of the Turks and other Muslim societies. They […]
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The Office of the Judge of the Militia
The office that comes next after the Mufti is called the Kadelefchere, or the Judge of the Militia. This official
The Treachery of the Treaty of 1604
The passage describes an event from the year 1604 and presents it as an example of treachery during peace negotiations.
The Influence of Fashion and Appearance
One of the main reasons ordinary people were persuaded to become Turks was the attraction of outward appearances. People are
The Position of Pashas in the Ottoman System
In the Ottoman system, Pashas were powerful governors and military leaders. However, their power did not come from noble birth
The Capture of Thousands of Prisoners
In one single year, the Tatars were said to have captured one hundred and sixty thousand people. This number was
The Prime Vizier’s Procession to the Divan
When the Prime Vizier went to the Divan, which was a chamber inside the Seraglio palace, he was accompanied by
Honor of Serving in the Royal Chamber
Those who, through the grace and favor of the Sultan, reached the dignity of serving in the Royal Chamber enjoyed
Alarm Spreads Through the Seraglio
In the midst of this fear and confusion, a guard of Black and White Eunuchs came quickly to the door
The Role of Severe Justice in the Turkish State
Justice as the Binding Force of the Empire What truly closes all divisions and heals the many wounds within the