Fakir

usgb/fəˈkɪr/
noun

A Muslim or Hindu religious person who lives a life of poverty and is dependent on charity.

The fakir travelled from village to village, seeking alms.
Visual representation of "fakir" - A Muslim or Hindu religious person who lives a life of poverty and is dependent on charity.

Often appears as...

  • muslim fakir
  • hindu fakir
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Cultural Respect

The term can reflect deep religious commitment, so use it respectfully when referring to actual people.

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We visited the shrine where the revered fakir is buried.
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Not Poverty

'Fakir' implies chosen simplicity and spirituality, rather than unfortunate poverty.

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The fakir owned nothing by choice, living a humble life.
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Charitable Living

Fakirs rely on others' kindness, embodying a traditional form of spiritual almsgiving.

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Villagers gave rice and bread to the visiting fakir.
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