The Middle Ages and the Ottoman era in Bethlehem | Palestine #BethlehemHistory #OttomanEra

The Middle Ages and the Ottoman era in Bethlehem | Palestine #BethlehemHistory #OttomanEra

Welcome to your first channel Journey around the  planet Middle Ages of Bethlehem in 637 shortly   after the Muslim armies captured Jerusalem  Umar iban al- katab the second caleff pledged   to preserve the Church of the Nativity for  Christian use a mosque dedicated to Umar was  

Constructed near the church in Bethlehem the  town later came under the rule of the Islamic   caliphates first the umiads in the 8th century  and then the abbasids in the Century a Persian   geographer documented in the mid 9th century the  existence of a well preserved and highly venerated  

Church in Bethlehem in 985 the Arab geographer  al- mukashi visited Bethlehem and praised its   church as the Basilica of Constantine unparalleled  in the surrounding region in 1009 during the reign   of the 6th Fatimid khif al-hakim B Amar Allah  there was an order to demolish the Church of  

The ity but local Muslims spared it as they were  allowed to Worship in its Southern transcept in   1099 Crusaders captured Bethlehem fortifying it  and establishing a new Monastery and Cloister by   the church of the Nativity the Greek Orthodox  clergy were replaced by Latin clerics marking  

A shift from the official Christian presence  being Greek Orthodox Baldwin b d the first   king of the Frankish kingdom of Jerusalem was  crowned in Bethlehem on Christmas Day 1100 in   11 87 Saladin the Muslim ubid Sultan captured  Bethlehem from the Crusaders Latin clerics left  

Allowing the return of the Greek Orthodox clergy  bethlehem’s pilgrimage trade declined and the   bishop of Bethlehem moved to clamy France in 1223  remaining there for nearly 600 years until the   French Revolution in 1789 in 1229 Bethlehem along  with Jerusalem Nazareth and sidon was briefly  

Seated to the Crusader kingdom of Jerusalem Jem  by a treaty between Holy Roman Emperor Frederick   II and Aid Sultan Al camil the town was recaptured  by Muslims in 1244 and by 1250 under the mamlock   Christian tolerance diminished clergy left  walls were demolished in 1263 and Latin clergy  

Returned to Bethlehem in the following Century  residing in the monastery near the Basilica of   the Nativity the Greek Orthodox gained control of  the Basilica and shared control of the milk Grotto   with the Latins and the Armenians otan from 1517  During the period of Ottoman rule control over  

The Basilica became a source of bitter contention  between the Catholic and Greek Orthodox churches   towards the close of the 16th century Bethlehem  evolved into one of the largest villages in the   district of Jerusalem divided into seven quarters  the basbas family along with other leaders played  

Significant roles in Bethlehem during this era  ottoman tax records and a census from 15 1896   reveal bethlehem’s population at 1,435 ranking  it as the 13th largest Village in Palestine   The Village generated a total revenue of 30,000  AXS bethlehem’s taxation included crops such as  

Wheat barley and grapes the Muslim and Christian  communities operated independently each with its   own leader in the mid-6th century The Village had  five Representatives three of whom were Muslims   ottoman tax records suggest that the Christian  population was relatively more prosperous focusing  

On growing grains rather than grapes which were  considered more valuable between 1831 and 1841   Palestine was under the rule of the Muhammad  Ali dynasty of Egypt Bethlehem faced challenges   during this period including an earthquake  and the destruction of the Muslim quarter in  

1834 by Egyptian troops this destruction was  seemingly in retaliation for the murder of a   loyalist of Ibrahim Pasha during The Peasants  Revolt in Palestine in 1841 Bethlehem returned   to ottoman Rule and remained so until the  end of World War I under the Ottomans the  

Inhabitants of Bethlehem confronted issues such as  unemployment compulsory military service and heavy   taxes leading to mass immigration particularly to  South America an American missionary in the 1850s   reported a population of under 4,000 primarily  belonging to the Greek church and no Ed that the  

Town’s growth was hampered by a lack of water  an official ottoman Village list from around   1870 as identified by sosin recorded bethlehem’s  population as 179 Muslims in 59 houses 979 Latins   in 256 houses 824 Greeks in 213 houses and 41  Armenians in 11 houses totaling 539 houses it’s  

Important to note that this population count only  in included men Hartman’s findings indicated that   Bethlehem had 520 houses during the same period  if you found this journey through Bethlehem   fascinating don’t forget to give it a thumbs up  subscribe for more insightful content and share  

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**Introduction:**
Explore the rich tapestry of history in Bethlehem, Palestine, as we delve into “The Middle Ages and the Ottoman Era.” Join us on a captivating journey through time, uncovering the layers of cultural, architectural, and historical significance that have shaped this iconic region.

**Video Content:**
In this compelling video, we navigate the winding paths of Bethlehem’s past, offering a detailed exploration of key events, influential figures, and the cultural crossroads that defined the Middle Ages and the Ottoman era. From medieval landmarks to the Ottoman influence, every corner of Bethlehem tells a story of resilience, innovation, and cultural exchange.

**Key Highlights:**
– Discover the architectural marvels that still stand tall from the Middle Ages.
– Uncover the impact of Ottoman rule on Bethlehem’s identity and heritage.
– Dive into the intricate details of daily life during these pivotal eras.
– Gain insights into the fusion of cultures that has shaped Bethlehem’s unique character.

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