The Royal Mosques of Constantinople
The royal mosques of Constantinople are among the most famous and magnificent religious buildings in the empire. Some of the […]
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The Five Main Duties of the Law
Although there were many discussions among scholars about how to explain religious law, a person was still considered a true
Ambassadors from Distant Lands
Ambassadors from distant countries, whose main goal was to promote trade and commerce—such as those from England, France, and the
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
Moldavia and Its Early Submission
Moldavia, which the Turks called “Eugdan,” first became a tributary state under Sultan Mehmed the Great. At that time, the
The Danger and Glory of the Highest Office
The office of the Prime Vizier was not only the highest position of duty and trust in the empire, but
Age and Readiness for High Office
Before ending this chapter, it is important to note that no one was promoted from the Seraglio without special favor
The Flight into the Garden
Seeing the danger before him, the man fled quickly through the terrace and ran into the royal garden. However, he
Land Held under the Crown
A Comparison with English Law In England, lands held from the Crown are protected by fixed and settled laws. A
Limited Role of Historical Painting
Historical painting has played only a small role in Bulgarian art. After the early and specialized efforts of Nicolas Pavlovitch,