For Some Forms of Linguistic Etiquette according to the Letters of „Georgian Monastery of Istanbul”

Abstract

The archive of the Georgian Savane in Istanbul preserves interesting materials reflecting the cultural and good-neighborly relations between Turkey and Georgia.
The letters and correspondence cards preserved in the Savane are valuable materials from both linguistic and cultural perspectives. The presentation focuses on forms expressing greetings, apologies, and gratitude. It analyzes private letters of well-known public figures and clergy, correspondence cards of Georgian emigrants, and anonymous and pseudonymous publicist letters, which clearly show forms of linguistic etiquette.
These letters are excellent examples of speech culture, which instill in the reader a sense of pride, trust, and respect for the past.