The Story of Sigismund a Former Slave
In Thessaly, I met a man named Sigismund, whose life story deeply affected me. He had been a slave to several masters and had...
Night Watch and the Use of Dogs
In many towns, the people follow a particular custom for safety. At night, they drive all the dogs out of the town. By doing...
Crime and Safety Measures for Travelers
Although robbery is severely punished in these regions, it is still often committed. Gypsies, in particular, are believed to be well practiced in this...
Savory Seafood Delights Three Irresistible Recipes
Fried Fish Balls A Crispy Delight
Ingredients
2 fresh bonito, de-boned
1 egg
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 bunch flat-leaf parsley, chopped fine
2 tbsp bread crumbs
1 onion,...
Sumptuous Seafood Creations
Bonito with Oranges A Citrusy Delight
Ingredients
1 fresh bonito, cut in thick slices
1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup wine vinegar
2 bay leaves
1 tsp...
Landmarks in Simple Language
Historical Writings and Landmarks in Simple Language
Prohibition at the Temple Court
“No Gentile may pass beyond the railing into the court round the Temple; he...
Antiochus Strategos part 1
Antiochus Strategos: The Sack of Jerusalem (614)
Byzantine law granted toleration to Jews , although there were occasional attempts at forced conversion , but there...
Antiochus Strategos part 17
Inside there is the slab on which the body of our Lord lay, and on this slab flfteen lamps of gold burn day and...
War with the Scyths part 8
The Emperor had advanced in front of his own army and stood sword in hand; with the other he held up as a standard...
Antiochus Strategos part 2
On the contrary they destroyed persons of every age, massacred them like animals, cut them into pieces, mowed sundry of them down like cabbages,...
