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. […]
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Disagreements between Religious Sects
Opponents of the Mu‘tazilites In the history of Islamic theology, many groups argued about the nature of God and His
The Mufti’s Power to Interpret the Law
The Mufti has a wide and important role in interpreting religious law. It is generally accepted that their law is
The Turks’ Attitude Toward Alliances with Foreign Princes
Religious Beliefs and Their Influence According to this old text, the Turks were believed to look at alliances with foreign
The Slave Trade in Constantinople
It was common to see ships, called Sayres or Turkish vessels, passing through the Bosphorus, carrying Christian captives of all
Marriage as a Political Tool
In the Ottoman Empire, the Sultan, often called the Grand Signior, sometimes used marriage as a political tool. When he