This stunning colorized photo from 1900s Jerusalem reveals the vibrant spirit of Palestinian Christians celebrating under the Ottoman Empire. It captures a time defined by the "Millet System," a unique framework of tolerance that granted religious autonomy to minorities. This allowed Christians, Muslims, and Jews to govern their own community affairs, run their own schools, and maintain their traditions while living side-by-side in the Holy City.
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A powerful symbol of this coexistence is visible in the guards leading the procession, known as Kawas. These were often Muslim officials assigned to protect Christian clergy and clear the path for their ceremonies.
Their presence, Muslim guards facilitating a Christian procession, highlights a deep level of integration and mutual respect, reflecting the complex but functioning balance that characterized life in late Ottoman Jerusalem.
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