The Scholarly Organization of the Ottoman State by İsmail Hakkı Uzunçarşılı

The Scholarly Organization of the Ottoman State

Summary:

This work examines the ilmiyye class and its organization, which was responsible for managing religious and legal affairs within the Ottoman Empire. The book provides a detailed analysis of the structure, functions, and powers of the ilmiyye organization, as well as its interactions with other Ottoman institutions. It explores how religious authorities such as muftis, judges (kadis), and those issuing fatwas were appointed and performed their duties, how they were organized, and the changes they underwent over different periods. The book also analyzes the role and influence of the ilmiyye class within society and its role in the religious policies of the Ottoman state. In this context, the book serves as an important resource for understanding the religious structure of the Ottoman Empire.

Author: İsmail Hakkı Uzunçarşılı

ISBN: 978-975-16-0043-1

Physical Details: Paperback, Enso Paper, 370 pages

Language: Turkish

Publication Year: 2022

Edition: 5th Edition

Category: Research and Examination