Auxiliary Forces of the Ottoman Empire
Allied Armies of the Ottoman Empire In addition to its regular military forces, the Ottoman Empire relied on several auxiliary […]
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The Ottoman Military System and the Strength of the Empire
A Military Empire The Ottoman Empire became one of the most powerful states in world history largely because of its
Children Inheritance and Temporary Marriage in the Ottoman Empire
Children Born to Concubines In this passage, the author discusses the legal position of children born to female slaves, also
Egyptian Dervishes and the Legend of Saint Kederlee
A Famous Monastery in Egypt There was a well-known monastery of dervishes in Egypt dedicated to a saint called Kederlee.
The Jabari Belief in Divine Determinism
In Islamic theology, one of the most opposed schools of thought to the Mu‘tazilites and other moderate thinkers is the
Magnificence of Royal Mosques
The Turks show great care and generosity in building mosques and other religious buildings dedicated to the service of God.
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