A Medrese is an educational institution in the Islamic world, primarily focused on teaching religious studies, including the Quran, Hadith, and Islamic law. These schools have historically played a crucial role in the education of Muslim scholars and clerics, providing a space for both formal learning and community engagement. Medreses can vary in size and structure, ranging from small local schools to large, prestigious universities. They often include facilities for students to live and study, fostering a close-knit community. Many famous scholars, such as Al-Ghazali and Ibn Khaldun, studied or taught in medreses, contributing significantly to Islamic thought and education.