noun
- A coarse woolen garment or cloak worn by Muslim ascetics and dervishes, traditionally associated with spiritual renunciation.
Usage: Islamic religious context; Also spelled 'khirka' or 'khirqah'; Primarily historical or religious usage
Examples
- The Sufi master wore a simple khirkah as a symbol of his spiritual devotion.
- In Islamic tradition, the khirkah represents a vow of poverty and humility.
- The dervish's khirkah was patched and worn from years of wandering.
- He donned the khirkah upon entering the monastery to begin his religious studies.