Mahfiruze Sultan
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About Mahfiruze Sultan
Mahfiruze Sultan, once known as Raşa, rose to prominence as the concubine of Sultan Ahmed I. Upon becoming pregnant, her name was changed to Mahfiruze Sultan. She gave birth to her son Osman in 1604 and harbored a deep-seated resentment towards Kösem Sultan, a rival concubine who also bore a son, Mehmed.
Mahfiruze Sultan 's Area of Expertise
Ottoman history, court intrigue, motherhood, and rivalry in the harem.
I geek out on...
...the intricate politics and power struggles within the Ottoman court. The complex relationships and alliances between the sultan, his concubines, and their children fascinate me.