Greek monastery manuscripts tell new story of Ottoman rule
The libraries of the self-governed Greek community are a repository of rare, centuries-old works in several languages
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The libraries of the self-governed Greek community are a repository of rare, centuries-old works in several languages
Deep inside a medieval fortified monastery in the Mount Athos monastic community, researchers are for the first time tapping a virtually unknown treasure: thousands of Ottoman-era manuscripts that include the oldest of their kind in the world
MOUNT ATHOS, Greece (AP) -- A church bell sounds, the staccato thudding of mallet on plank summons monks to afternoon prayers, deep voices are raised in
Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. A church bell sounds, the staccato thudding of mallet on plank summons monks to afternoon prayers, deep voices are raised in communal chant. And high in the great tower of Pantokrator Monastery, a metal library door swings open. World News | Greek Monastery Manuscripts Tell New Story of Ottoman Rule.
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