Struggles of Armenian Catholics in the Ottoman Empire

This chapter examines the fraught interactions between Armenian Catholics and Greek Orthodox communities, set against the backdrop of Western missionary activities during the 17th and 18th centuries. It highlights the severe tensions arising from conversions to Catholicism, the persecution faced by Armenian Catholic figures, and the internal conflicts within the church regarding authority and governance. The narrative ultimately reveals the historical evolution and institutional struggles of the Armenian Catholic Church amidst complex socio-political challenges.