Education and work
Born in Sivrihisar in 1407, Hızır Bey first studied with his father Celâleddin, then continued in Bursa with Molla Yegân. He worked in teaching and judicial service.
Sivrihisar and Istanbul
His local connection includes professional life as well as birthplace. Following the conquest, he became Istanbul’s first kadı.
Continuing memory
The father of Sinan Paşa, he is remembered through scholarship, students and the Hızırbey Mescidi. Anecdotes surrounding him are distinct from his documented appointments.