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Bactashites

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

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a sect of Mohammedan monks among the Turks, whose name is derived from their founder, Bactash. They wear white caps of different pieces, with turbans of wool twisted like a rope; their garments are also white.

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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Bactashites'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​tce/​b/bactashites.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
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