The Ottoman Empire played a crucial role in shaping Islamic societies from "summary" of A History of Islamic Societies by Ira M. Lapidus
The Ottoman Empire exerted a profound influence on the development of Islamic societies over the course of several centuries. Through its expansive territorial control and administrative systems, the Ottomans played a crucial role in shaping various aspects of Islamic societies in the regions under their rule. One way in which the Ottoman Empire impacted Islamic societies was through its promotion of Sunni Islam as the state religion. The Ottomans established a system of religious institutions that supported and propagated Sunni beliefs and practices. This helped to standardize religious practices across diverse populations and regions, fostering a sense of unity and cohesion within Islamic societies under Ottoman rule. Furthermore, the Ottoman Empire's legal system, based on Islamic law (Sharia), had a lasting impact on the legal and judicial systems of Islamic societies. The Ottomans developed a sophisticated legal framework that incorporated elements of Islamic tradition with their own administrative prac...
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