Chapter VIII · The Mosques--Faith and Superstitions of the Mussulmans

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

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surrounded by; in the middle of a group

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the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading But the purpose of the mosque goes somewhat beyond that of the church in Christian lands, and in some respects sets an example worthy of our attention.

Belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence or deeply revered.

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used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

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the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading Mosques are to the Orient what churches are to the Occident, and are used for the same purpose--the assemblage of the faithful for religious worship.

a group of persons together in one place

From this reading Mosques are to the Orient what churches are to the Occident, and are used for the same purpose--the assemblage of the faithful for religious worship.

past form of “attack” — launch an attack or assault on; begin hostilities or start warfare with

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the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others

From this reading But the purpose of the mosque goes somewhat beyond that of the church in Christian lands, and in some respects sets an example worthy of our attention.

without shoes

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used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading SIGHT-SEEING in the capital of Turkey would be incomplete if it did not include the mosques.

on the far side of; further than

From this reading But the purpose of the mosque goes somewhat beyond that of the church in Christian lands, and in some respects sets an example worthy of our attention.

plural of “boot” — footwear that covers the whole foot and lower leg

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plural of “burglar” — a thief who enters a building with intent to steal

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used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But the purpose of the mosque goes somewhat beyond that of the church in Christian lands, and in some respects sets an example worthy of our attention.

showing who or what does the action

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an ancient city on the Bosporus founded by the Greeks; site of modern Istanbul; in 330 Constantine I rebuilt the city and called it Constantinople and made it his capital

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inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

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to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading The Moslem goes to the mosque to say his prayers, when he can do so conveniently, especially on Friday, which holds the same place in Mohammedan countries that Sunday does in ours.

assets available for use in the production of further assets

From this reading SIGHT-SEEING in the capital of Turkey would be incomplete if it did not include the mosques.

succeed in representing or expressing something intangible

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relating to or characteristic of Christianity

From this reading But the purpose of the mosque goes somewhat beyond that of the church in Christian lands, and in some respects sets an example worthy of our attention.

one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship

From this reading But the purpose of the mosque goes somewhat beyond that of the church in Christian lands, and in some respects sets an example worthy of our attention.

plural of “church” — one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship

From this reading Mosques are to the Orient what churches are to the Occident, and are used for the same purpose--the assemblage of the faithful for religious worship.

the habit of keeping free of superficial imperfections

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third-person singular of “commit” — perform an act, usually with a negative connotation

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in a convenient manner

From this reading The Moslem goes to the mosque to say his prayers, when he can do so conveniently, especially on Friday, which holds the same place in Mohammedan countries that Sunday does in ours.

the act of counting; reciting numbers in ascending order

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plural of “country” — a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading The Moslem goes to the mosque to say his prayers, when he can do so conveniently, especially on Friday, which holds the same place in Mohammedan countries that Sunday does in ours.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading SIGHT-SEEING in the capital of Turkey would be incomplete if it did not include the mosques.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

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the form of “do” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading The Moslem goes to the mosque to say his prayers, when he can do so conveniently, especially on Friday, which holds the same place in Mohammedan countries that Sunday does in ours.

someone who habitually doubts accepted beliefs

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an interpreter and guide in the Near East

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stupefied or excited by a chemical substance (especially alcohol)

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to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading The Moslem goes to the mosque to say his prayers, when he can do so conveniently, especially on Friday, which holds the same place in Mohammedan countries that Sunday does in ours.

an item of information that is typical of a class or group

From this reading But the purpose of the mosque goes somewhat beyond that of the church in Christian lands, and in some respects sets an example worthy of our attention.

putting a condemned person to death

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steadfast in affection or allegiance

From this reading Mosques are to the Orient what churches are to the Occident, and are used for the same purpose--the assemblage of the faithful for religious worship.

plural of “fanatic” — a person motivated by irrational enthusiasm (as for a cause)

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intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Mosques are to the Orient what churches are to the Occident, and are used for the same purpose--the assemblage of the faithful for religious worship.

the sixth day of the week; the fifth working day

From this reading The Moslem goes to the mosque to say his prayers, when he can do so conveniently, especially on Friday, which holds the same place in Mohammedan countries that Sunday does in ours.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

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change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

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plural of “go” — a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else)

From this reading The Moslem goes to the mosque to say his prayers, when he can do so conveniently, especially on Friday, which holds the same place in Mohammedan countries that Sunday does in ours.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

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the Hellenic branch of the Indo-European family of languages

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a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading The Moslem goes to the mosque to say his prayers, when he can do so conveniently, especially on Friday, which holds the same place in Mohammedan countries that Sunday does in ours.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading The Moslem goes to the mosque to say his prayers, when he can do so conveniently, especially on Friday, which holds the same place in Mohammedan countries that Sunday does in ours.

plural of “hold” — the act of grasping

From this reading The Moslem goes to the mosque to say his prayers, when he can do so conveniently, especially on Friday, which holds the same place in Mohammedan countries that Sunday does in ours.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading SIGHT-SEEING in the capital of Turkey would be incomplete if it did not include the mosques.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

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have as a part, be made up out of

From this reading SIGHT-SEEING in the capital of Turkey would be incomplete if it did not include the mosques.

not complete or total; not completed

From this reading SIGHT-SEEING in the capital of Turkey would be incomplete if it did not include the mosques.

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

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a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

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belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

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determine the result of (a competition)

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the sacred writings of Islam revealed by God to the prophet Muhammad during his life at Mecca and Medina

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plural of “land” — the land on which real estate is located

From this reading But the purpose of the mosque goes somewhat beyond that of the church in Christian lands, and in some respects sets an example worthy of our attention.

plural of “minaret” — slender tower with balconies

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a follower of Mohammed

From this reading The Moslem goes to the mosque to say his prayers, when he can do so conveniently, especially on Friday, which holds the same place in Mohammedan countries that Sunday does in ours.

a believer in or follower of Islam

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(Islam) a Muslim place of worship that usually has a minaret

From this reading The Moslem goes to the mosque to say his prayers, when he can do so conveniently, especially on Friday, which holds the same place in Mohammedan countries that Sunday does in ours.

plural of “mosque” — (Islam) a Muslim place of worship that usually has a minaret

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From this reading _Among the Mosques--Their Special Uses--Greek Burglars, their Capture and Execution--A “Firman,” What is it--A Turkish Dragoman--A Relic of Ancient Byzantium--Its Name and Origin--Taking a Portrait--Turkish Superstitions--Worshipping in St. Sophia--Moslem Fanatics--Counting the Minarets--What came of a Wet Pair of Boots--The Judge in a Tight Place--The “Doubter” commits Sacrilege--Uncovering a Sarcophagus--Attacked by the Priests--Barefooted Worshippers--Teachings of the Koran--Cleanliness and Temperance--Why Turkish Women do not go to the Mosques--Why good Mussulmans never get Drunk._

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

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not ever; at no time in the past or future

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used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

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the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America

From this reading Mosques are to the Orient what churches are to the Occident, and are used for the same purpose--the assemblage of the faithful for religious worship.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

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touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The Moslem goes to the mosque to say his prayers, when he can do so conveniently, especially on Friday, which holds the same place in Mohammedan countries that Sunday does in ours.

be oriented

From this reading Mosques are to the Orient what churches are to the Occident, and are used for the same purpose--the assemblage of the faithful for religious worship.

the place where something begins, where it springs into being

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belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading But the purpose of the mosque goes somewhat beyond that of the church in Christian lands, and in some respects sets an example worthy of our attention.

the one or ones belonging to us

From this reading The Moslem goes to the mosque to say his prayers, when he can do so conveniently, especially on Friday, which holds the same place in Mohammedan countries that Sunday does in ours.

a set of two similar things considered as a unit

From this reading _Among the Mosques--Their Special Uses--Greek Burglars, their Capture and Execution--A “Firman,” What is it--A Turkish Dragoman--A Relic of Ancient Byzantium--Its Name and Origin--Taking a Portrait--Turkish Superstitions--Worshipping in St. Sophia--Moslem Fanatics--Counting the Minarets--What came of a Wet Pair of Boots--The Judge in a Tight Place--The “Doubter” commits Sacrilege--Uncovering a Sarcophagus--Attacked by the Priests--Barefooted Worshippers--Teachings of the Koran--Cleanliness and Temperance--Why Turkish Women do not go to the Mosques--Why good Mussulmans never get Drunk._

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

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a word picture of a person's appearance and character

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plural of “prayer” — the act of communicating with a deity (especially as a petition or in adoration or contrition or thanksgiving)

From this reading The Moslem goes to the mosque to say his prayers, when he can do so conveniently, especially on Friday, which holds the same place in Mohammedan countries that Sunday does in ours.

plural of “priest” — a clergyman in Christian churches who has the authority to perform or administer various religious rites; one of the Holy Orders

From this reading _Among the Mosques--Their Special Uses--Greek Burglars, their Capture and Execution--A “Firman,” What is it--A Turkish Dragoman--A Relic of Ancient Byzantium--Its Name and Origin--Taking a Portrait--Turkish Superstitions--Worshipping in St. Sophia--Moslem Fanatics--Counting the Minarets--What came of a Wet Pair of Boots--The Judge in a Tight Place--The “Doubter” commits Sacrilege--Uncovering a Sarcophagus--Attacked by the Priests--Barefooted Worshippers--Teachings of the Koran--Cleanliness and Temperance--Why Turkish Women do not go to the Mosques--Why good Mussulmans never get Drunk._

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading Mosques are to the Orient what churches are to the Occident, and are used for the same purpose--the assemblage of the faithful for religious worship.

an antiquity that has survived from the distant past

From this reading _Among the Mosques--Their Special Uses--Greek Burglars, their Capture and Execution--A “Firman,” What is it--A Turkish Dragoman--A Relic of Ancient Byzantium--Its Name and Origin--Taking a Portrait--Turkish Superstitions--Worshipping in St. Sophia--Moslem Fanatics--Counting the Minarets--What came of a Wet Pair of Boots--The Judge in a Tight Place--The “Doubter” commits Sacrilege--Uncovering a Sarcophagus--Attacked by the Priests--Barefooted Worshippers--Teachings of the Koran--Cleanliness and Temperance--Why Turkish Women do not go to the Mosques--Why good Mussulmans never get Drunk._

concerned with sacred matters or religion or the church

From this reading Mosques are to the Orient what churches are to the Occident, and are used for the same purpose--the assemblage of the faithful for religious worship.

(often used with “pay”) a formal expression of esteem

From this reading But the purpose of the mosque goes somewhat beyond that of the church in Christian lands, and in some respects sets an example worthy of our attention.

blasphemous behavior; the act of depriving something of its sacred character

From this reading _Among the Mosques--Their Special Uses--Greek Burglars, their Capture and Execution--A “Firman,” What is it--A Turkish Dragoman--A Relic of Ancient Byzantium--Its Name and Origin--Taking a Portrait--Turkish Superstitions--Worshipping in St. Sophia--Moslem Fanatics--Counting the Minarets--What came of a Wet Pair of Boots--The Judge in a Tight Place--The “Doubter” commits Sacrilege--Uncovering a Sarcophagus--Attacked by the Priests--Barefooted Worshippers--Teachings of the Koran--Cleanliness and Temperance--Why Turkish Women do not go to the Mosques--Why good Mussulmans never get Drunk._

Identical; not different.

From this reading Mosques are to the Orient what churches are to the Occident, and are used for the same purpose--the assemblage of the faithful for religious worship.

a stone coffin (usually bearing sculpture or inscriptions)

From this reading _Among the Mosques--Their Special Uses--Greek Burglars, their Capture and Execution--A “Firman,” What is it--A Turkish Dragoman--A Relic of Ancient Byzantium--Its Name and Origin--Taking a Portrait--Turkish Superstitions--Worshipping in St. Sophia--Moslem Fanatics--Counting the Minarets--What came of a Wet Pair of Boots--The Judge in a Tight Place--The “Doubter” commits Sacrilege--Uncovering a Sarcophagus--Attacked by the Priests--Barefooted Worshippers--Teachings of the Koran--Cleanliness and Temperance--Why Turkish Women do not go to the Mosques--Why good Mussulmans never get Drunk._

express in words

From this reading The Moslem goes to the mosque to say his prayers, when he can do so conveniently, especially on Friday, which holds the same place in Mohammedan countries that Sunday does in ours.

plural of “set” — a group of things of the same kind that belong together and are so used

From this reading But the purpose of the mosque goes somewhat beyond that of the church in Christian lands, and in some respects sets an example worthy of our attention.

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From this reading SIGHT-SEEING in the capital of Turkey would be incomplete if it did not include the mosques.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading The Moslem goes to the mosque to say his prayers, when he can do so conveniently, especially on Friday, which holds the same place in Mohammedan countries that Sunday does in ours.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading But the purpose of the mosque goes somewhat beyond that of the church in Christian lands, and in some respects sets an example worthy of our attention.

to a small degree or extent

From this reading But the purpose of the mosque goes somewhat beyond that of the church in Christian lands, and in some respects sets an example worthy of our attention.

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unique or specific to a person or thing or category

From this reading _Among the Mosques--Their Special Uses--Greek Burglars, their Capture and Execution--A “Firman,” What is it--A Turkish Dragoman--A Relic of Ancient Byzantium--Its Name and Origin--Taking a Portrait--Turkish Superstitions--Worshipping in St. Sophia--Moslem Fanatics--Counting the Minarets--What came of a Wet Pair of Boots--The Judge in a Tight Place--The “Doubter” commits Sacrilege--Uncovering a Sarcophagus--Attacked by the Priests--Barefooted Worshippers--Teachings of the Koran--Cleanliness and Temperance--Why Turkish Women do not go to the Mosques--Why good Mussulmans never get Drunk._

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From this reading _Among the Mosques--Their Special Uses--Greek Burglars, their Capture and Execution--A “Firman,” What is it--A Turkish Dragoman--A Relic of Ancient Byzantium--Its Name and Origin--Taking a Portrait--Turkish Superstitions--Worshipping in St. Sophia--Moslem Fanatics--Counting the Minarets--What came of a Wet Pair of Boots--The Judge in a Tight Place--The “Doubter” commits Sacrilege--Uncovering a Sarcophagus--Attacked by the Priests--Barefooted Worshippers--Teachings of the Koran--Cleanliness and Temperance--Why Turkish Women do not go to the Mosques--Why good Mussulmans never get Drunk._

first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians

From this reading The Moslem goes to the mosque to say his prayers, when he can do so conveniently, especially on Friday, which holds the same place in Mohammedan countries that Sunday does in ours.

plural of “superstition” — an irrational belief arising from ignorance or fear

From this reading _Among the Mosques--Their Special Uses--Greek Burglars, their Capture and Execution--A “Firman,” What is it--A Turkish Dragoman--A Relic of Ancient Byzantium--Its Name and Origin--Taking a Portrait--Turkish Superstitions--Worshipping in St. Sophia--Moslem Fanatics--Counting the Minarets--What came of a Wet Pair of Boots--The Judge in a Tight Place--The “Doubter” commits Sacrilege--Uncovering a Sarcophagus--Attacked by the Priests--Barefooted Worshippers--Teachings of the Koran--Cleanliness and Temperance--Why Turkish Women do not go to the Mosques--Why good Mussulmans never get Drunk._

the act of someone who picks up or takes something

From this reading _Among the Mosques--Their Special Uses--Greek Burglars, their Capture and Execution--A “Firman,” What is it--A Turkish Dragoman--A Relic of Ancient Byzantium--Its Name and Origin--Taking a Portrait--Turkish Superstitions--Worshipping in St. Sophia--Moslem Fanatics--Counting the Minarets--What came of a Wet Pair of Boots--The Judge in a Tight Place--The “Doubter” commits Sacrilege--Uncovering a Sarcophagus--Attacked by the Priests--Barefooted Worshippers--Teachings of the Koran--Cleanliness and Temperance--Why Turkish Women do not go to the Mosques--Why good Mussulmans never get Drunk._

plural of “teaching” — the profession of a teacher

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the trait of avoiding excesses

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used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The Moslem goes to the mosque to say his prayers, when he can do so conveniently, especially on Friday, which holds the same place in Mohammedan countries that Sunday does in ours.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading _Among the Mosques--Their Special Uses--Greek Burglars, their Capture and Execution--A “Firman,” What is it--A Turkish Dragoman--A Relic of Ancient Byzantium--Its Name and Origin--Taking a Portrait--Turkish Superstitions--Worshipping in St. Sophia--Moslem Fanatics--Counting the Minarets--What came of a Wet Pair of Boots--The Judge in a Tight Place--The “Doubter” commits Sacrilege--Uncovering a Sarcophagus--Attacked by the Priests--Barefooted Worshippers--Teachings of the Koran--Cleanliness and Temperance--Why Turkish Women do not go to the Mosques--Why good Mussulmans never get Drunk._

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading _Among the Mosques--Their Special Uses--Greek Burglars, their Capture and Execution--A “Firman,” What is it--A Turkish Dragoman--A Relic of Ancient Byzantium--Its Name and Origin--Taking a Portrait--Turkish Superstitions--Worshipping in St. Sophia--Moslem Fanatics--Counting the Minarets--What came of a Wet Pair of Boots--The Judge in a Tight Place--The “Doubter” commits Sacrilege--Uncovering a Sarcophagus--Attacked by the Priests--Barefooted Worshippers--Teachings of the Koran--Cleanliness and Temperance--Why Turkish Women do not go to the Mosques--Why good Mussulmans never get Drunk._

closely constrained or constricted or constricting

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used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

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large gallinaceous bird with fan-shaped tail; widely domesticated for food

From this reading SIGHT-SEEING in the capital of Turkey would be incomplete if it did not include the mosques.

of or relating to or characteristic of Turkey or its people or language

From this reading _Among the Mosques--Their Special Uses--Greek Burglars, their Capture and Execution--A “Firman,” What is it--A Turkish Dragoman--A Relic of Ancient Byzantium--Its Name and Origin--Taking a Portrait--Turkish Superstitions--Worshipping in St. Sophia--Moslem Fanatics--Counting the Minarets--What came of a Wet Pair of Boots--The Judge in a Tight Place--The “Doubter” commits Sacrilege--Uncovering a Sarcophagus--Attacked by the Priests--Barefooted Worshippers--Teachings of the Koran--Cleanliness and Temperance--Why Turkish Women do not go to the Mosques--Why good Mussulmans never get Drunk._

the removal of covering

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employed in accomplishing something

From this reading Mosques are to the Orient what churches are to the Occident, and are used for the same purpose--the assemblage of the faithful for religious worship.

plural of “use” — the act of using

From this reading _Among the Mosques--Their Special Uses--Greek Burglars, their Capture and Execution--A “Firman,” What is it--A Turkish Dragoman--A Relic of Ancient Byzantium--Its Name and Origin--Taking a Portrait--Turkish Superstitions--Worshipping in St. Sophia--Moslem Fanatics--Counting the Minarets--What came of a Wet Pair of Boots--The Judge in a Tight Place--The “Doubter” commits Sacrilege--Uncovering a Sarcophagus--Attacked by the Priests--Barefooted Worshippers--Teachings of the Koran--Cleanliness and Temperance--Why Turkish Women do not go to the Mosques--Why good Mussulmans never get Drunk._

covered or soaked with a liquid such as water

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used to ask for information about something

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at the time that

From this reading The Moslem goes to the mosque to say his prayers, when he can do so conveniently, especially on Friday, which holds the same place in Mohammedan countries that Sunday does in ours.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading The Moslem goes to the mosque to say his prayers, when he can do so conveniently, especially on Friday, which holds the same place in Mohammedan countries that Sunday does in ours.

the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”

From this reading _Among the Mosques--Their Special Uses--Greek Burglars, their Capture and Execution--A “Firman,” What is it--A Turkish Dragoman--A Relic of Ancient Byzantium--Its Name and Origin--Taking a Portrait--Turkish Superstitions--Worshipping in St. Sophia--Moslem Fanatics--Counting the Minarets--What came of a Wet Pair of Boots--The Judge in a Tight Place--The “Doubter” commits Sacrilege--Uncovering a Sarcophagus--Attacked by the Priests--Barefooted Worshippers--Teachings of the Koran--Cleanliness and Temperance--Why Turkish Women do not go to the Mosques--Why good Mussulmans never get Drunk._

plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading _Among the Mosques--Their Special Uses--Greek Burglars, their Capture and Execution--A “Firman,” What is it--A Turkish Dragoman--A Relic of Ancient Byzantium--Its Name and Origin--Taking a Portrait--Turkish Superstitions--Worshipping in St. Sophia--Moslem Fanatics--Counting the Minarets--What came of a Wet Pair of Boots--The Judge in a Tight Place--The “Doubter” commits Sacrilege--Uncovering a Sarcophagus--Attacked by the Priests--Barefooted Worshippers--Teachings of the Koran--Cleanliness and Temperance--Why Turkish Women do not go to the Mosques--Why good Mussulmans never get Drunk._

love unquestioningly and uncritically or to excess; venerate as an idol

From this reading Mosques are to the Orient what churches are to the Occident, and are used for the same purpose--the assemblage of the faithful for religious worship.

plural of “worshipper” — a person who has religious faith

From this reading _Among the Mosques--Their Special Uses--Greek Burglars, their Capture and Execution--A “Firman,” What is it--A Turkish Dragoman--A Relic of Ancient Byzantium--Its Name and Origin--Taking a Portrait--Turkish Superstitions--Worshipping in St. Sophia--Moslem Fanatics--Counting the Minarets--What came of a Wet Pair of Boots--The Judge in a Tight Place--The “Doubter” commits Sacrilege--Uncovering a Sarcophagus--Attacked by the Priests--Barefooted Worshippers--Teachings of the Koran--Cleanliness and Temperance--Why Turkish Women do not go to the Mosques--Why good Mussulmans never get Drunk._

inflected form of “worship” — love unquestioningly and uncritically or to excess; venerate as an idol

From this reading _Among the Mosques--Their Special Uses--Greek Burglars, their Capture and Execution--A “Firman,” What is it--A Turkish Dragoman--A Relic of Ancient Byzantium--Its Name and Origin--Taking a Portrait--Turkish Superstitions--Worshipping in St. Sophia--Moslem Fanatics--Counting the Minarets--What came of a Wet Pair of Boots--The Judge in a Tight Place--The “Doubter” commits Sacrilege--Uncovering a Sarcophagus--Attacked by the Priests--Barefooted Worshippers--Teachings of the Koran--Cleanliness and Temperance--Why Turkish Women do not go to the Mosques--Why good Mussulmans never get Drunk._

Having or showing the qualities or abilities that merit recognition in character or magic.

From this reading But the purpose of the mosque goes somewhat beyond that of the church in Christian lands, and in some respects sets an example worthy of our attention.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading SIGHT-SEEING in the capital of Turkey would be incomplete if it did not include the mosques.