[1] In contrast to later Ottoman history, when succession became an issue that could lead to violent civil war, Alaeddin accepted his position graciously and there was no feud between the brothers.
Alaeddin quickly submitted to his brother's rule, offering his allegiance and thus gaining the respect of the government and of the people.
He made three suggestions to Orhan in order to improve the efficiency and legitimacy of the early Ottoman Empire.
These three suggestions include the introduction of a monetary system, the selection of an official Ottoman costume, and a complete reorganization of the army.
Also, Alaeddin proposed that a contingent of foot soldiers be instituted that could be summoned in war time to fight.
[4] In addition to his participation in Ottoman Empire state affairs, Alaeddin seems to have led a very pious, quiet life.
Accordingly, the “near perfection of the (Alaeddin Bey) Bursa Mosque lies in the simplicity of which an ideal space is expressed” (Goodwin 18).
Although, now after having undergone restoration in the 19th century, the east and west windows are no longer directly across, but slightly askew.