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Pavage, pontage, avenage, beaconage , and furnage were taxes or tolls for, respectively, paved roads, bridges, rent in oats, upkeep of beacons, and the use of the lord's oven.
Although small Armenian, Greek Orthodox, Jewish, and Catholic communities survive, the majority of Istanbullus are Muslim, and adhere to the principles known as the “Five Pillars of Islam” — to believe with all one’s heart that “There is no God but God, and Mohammed is his Prophet”; to pray five times a day, at dawn, midday, afternoon, sunset, and after dark; to give alms to the poor, and towards the upkeep of the mosques; to fast between sunrise and sunset during the month of Ramadan; and to try to make the pilgrimage to Mecca at least once in one’s lifetime.
Do tell Mr. Floss that Prudie implores him to find four minutes to do his admirable oral upkeep when he is outside of his automobile.
When he died in 1624, he bequeathed his fortune to the education and upkeep of orphans, and the school was subsequently built for this purpose.
Staff and maintenance materials for upkeep, paint and repair of property help make it possible for everyone to enjoy a clean, safe and comfortable environment.