Justice and Retribution
In a display of justice and retribution, Sultan Murad IV ordered the execution of Grand Vizier Kemankeş Ali Pasha, confiscating all his belongings for the Treasury. This decisive action underscored the Sultan’s commitment to upholding the law Daily Istanbul Tour.
Avenging Sultan Osman II
Governor of Erzurum Abkhasian Pasha took it upon himself to avenge the assassination of Sultan Osman II by slaying the Janissaries responsible. In a letter to Sultan Murad IV, Abkhasian Pasha claimed to have fulfilled an oath by exacting vengeance on seventy thousand Janissaries, drawing parallels to ancient history Imperial Wealth and Political Turmoil.
Rise of Abkhasian Pasha
Abkhasian Pasha’s loyalty and effectiveness earned him the trust of Sultan Murad IV, elevating him to a prominent position within the state. Praised for his physical prowess and sartorial elegance, Abkhasian Pasha became a fashion icon, influencing the Sultan’s attire and setting new trends.
Ostentatious Homecoming
Sultan Murad IV’s triumphant return from Europe was marked by grandeur and splendor. Accompanied by a magnificent regiment, the Sultan made a majestic entrance through the Gate of Edirne. Adorned in regal attire, his turban embellished with plumes and handkerchief adorned with pearls, Sultan Murad IV exuded confidence and authority, epitomizing his role as the “Refuge of the Universe.”
