Khanqah, Khanqeh, Khanqa | خانقاہ
- A “dwelling place” or shelter for travelers (from Persian origins). (literal)
- A Sufi lodge or spiritual retreat center used for gatherings, prayers, and rituals. (common)
- A sanctuary where disciples receive spiritual training and guidance and engage in devotional practices under a Sufi master. (spiritual)
- A communal hub fostering unity and cultural exchange within the Sufi tradition. (cultural)