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The Timar System and Its Decline
Sultan Suleiman’s Military Reforms The Timar system was organized by Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent as one of the most effective
Wine Consumption in the Ottoman Empire
Religious Teachings and Everyday Practice Islam clearly forbids the consumption of wine and other intoxicating drinks. The Ottoman Empire, as
Marriage and Divorce Among the Turks
Marriage as a Sacred and Honorable Institution Marriage was considered both an honorable and a holy institution among the Ottoman
The Mevlevi Order of Dervishes
Among the many religious orders in the Ottoman Empire, the Mevlevi Order was one of the most respected and famous.
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
Qualifications of the Emaums
The Emaums, or local parish priests, must meet certain basic requirements before they can serve in their office. First, they
Example of Policy and Deception in Old Narratives
This passage is written in very old English and describes a political idea attributed to early Islamic history, especially to
The Role of Slaves in the Ottoman Empire
Every day, ships arrived from the Black Sea carrying captives, as we mentioned earlier. Considering the effects of the plague
The Marriage Ceremony of a Sultana
In the Ottoman court, the marriage between a Pasha and a Sultana followed a special and formal ceremony. Everything was