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
The Seels Devoted Preachers of Morality
The Seels are a sect within the Muslim community, founded by Mahomet to guide the minds of ordinary people toward
The Belief in Camel Souls
In Gran Cairo (Cairo), there were many followers of a peculiar belief in the transmigration of souls, similar to the
The Munafihi Belief in Soul Transmigration
The story began during a conversation about the soul of a recently deceased Mufti. Albertus Bobouius, a learned visitor in
The Munafihi Sect
The Munafihi is a sect that is strongly influenced by Pythagorean ideas. They believe in the metempsychosis, or the transmigration