Magnificence of Royal Mosques
The Turks show great care and generosity in building mosques and other religious buildings dedicated to the service of God. […]
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Origin of the Law and Religion
It is commonly known that the religious law followed by the Turks was believed to be compiled by the Prophet
The Ambassador’s Entrance
When the ambassador approached the Sultan, he was brought to a large gate near the audience chamber. The porch was
The Wealth and Danger of Egypt
In provinces like Egypt, Pashas could become extremely rich in a short time. Because of this great wealth, it was
The Annual Tribute of Moldavia
The following account of Moldavia’s tribute was reported by a man who had worked for many years as an agent
Loss of Office Does Not Always Mean Death
It did not always happen that a Prime Vizier, when removed from his office, also lost his life. Although the
Effects of Strict Discipline and Separation
Because of the strict discipline of the Seraglio and the complete separation from women, the young men grew almost entirely
News of Fighting in the Streets
At this moment, news arrived that a fight had broken out in the streets. The outcome was still uncertain, and
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
Art Societies in Bulgaria
The artists of Bulgaria, including foreign artists who settled in the country, were organized into two main societies: the Society