Terms and Notions in the Diplomatic Documentation of 16th-century Muscovy: A Comparative Analysis of Crimean and Turkish Embassy Books
Journal: Golden Horde Review
Year: 2025

This paper, using materials from embassy books as a historical source, examines concepts that were used in the 16th century by Russian, Crimean, and Turkish diplomats in international dialogue. These are terms associated with the name of the monarch, the hierarchy of states, and the concept of power. The concept of “petition” (chelobitie) and its evolution in diplomatic relations is specifically examined. The author argues that by the 16th century, the concept of “petition” in international rela