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. […]
Intoxication and Ecstasy Among Certain Dervishes
A Different Way of Life Among the various religious groups and dervish orders in the Ottoman Empire, some became known
The Daily Life and Practices of the Dervishes
Their Religious Promises The dervishes professed lives of poverty, chastity, and obedience, much like the Capuchin friars and other Christian
Music and Controversy Among the Mevlevi Dervishes
The Sound of the Reed Flute The Mevlevi dervishes used a simple musical instrument made from a reed or cane
The Clothing Fasting and Ceremonies of the Mevlevi Dervishes
Simple Clothing and Appearance The Mevlevi dervishes were known for their simple and humble clothing. Their shirts were made from
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.
Of Dervishes and Religious Orders
It is commonly believed that the Turkish or Ottoman religion contained a mixture of both Christian and Jewish traditions. Some
The Diversity of Religious Opinions in the Ottoman Empire
We shall not continue with a longer list of these religious sects, because it may become too tiring and unpleasant
The Lifestyle and Practices of the Hairetian Sect
Religious Life and Daily Practice The members of this sect carefully follow the rules and ceremonies of the Islamic religion
The Haireti Sect
Another sect, very different from the one mentioned before, is called the Haireti. The name means “amazed” or “uncertain.” The