Langar (Sufism)

Langar (Persian: لنگر) is an institution among Sufi Muslims in South Asia whereby food and drink are given to the needy regardless of social or religious background. Its origins in Sufism are tied to the Chishti Order.

For the Sikh practice, see Langar (Sikhism).
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