What Ottomans Did To Christian Nuns Was Worse Than You Imagine

What Ottomans Did To Christian Nuns Was Worse Than You Imagine

In 1470, an Ottoman army surrounded a remote convent. The 23 nuns inside were given a choice: convert or disappear. What happened next was an act of psychological warfare so calculated, it was erased from history for over 500 years. This is the true story of the Sisters of St. Catherine, a story of faith, defiance, and a secret chapel discovered beneath a sultan's palace.

Medieval Intrigue uncovers one of history's most poignant forgotten stories. Using recently discovered archaeological evidence and centuries-old Ottoman records, we piece together the final journey of these women who were taken from their home, marched across Greece, and imprisoned in the depths of the Topkapi Palace, where they left a secret message for the future.

In this video, you will discover:

The Ottoman strategy of "Erasure" designed to eliminate cultural identity without creating martyrs.
The heartbreaking 7-day march where faith was tested against empire.
The secret underground chapel discovered by archaeologists in 2011, with prayers carved into the walls.
The meaning behind the Latin phrase "Lux in Tenebris Lucet" and why it survived empires.
How the silent defiance of 23 women became a timeless symbol of resistance.

This is not just a historical account; it's a testament to the unbreakable human spirit.

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