Khanqah : for gatherings of a Sufi brotherhood - Art & Culture

Q.  Sufi orders are called silsilahs. They were led by a prominent mystic who lived along with his disciples in
- Published on 17 Aug 15

a. Murshid
b. Hadis
c. Murid
d. Khanqah

ANSWER: Khanqah
 
Khanqah is a building designed specifically for gatherings of a Sufi brotherhood and is a place for spiritual retreat and character reformation. Khanqahs are very often found adjoined to dargahs (shrines of Sufi saints), mosques and madrasas (Islamic schools).

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