also: コンパニヤ
noun
Archaic term used by early Japanese Christians (Kirishitan) to refer to the Jesuit order. Derived from Portuguese 'companhia' (company/society).
from Portuguese companhia
See also: イエズス会
コンパニアは、戦国時代に日本へ渡来したイエズス会を指す古い言葉だ。
Konpania is an old word referring to the Society of Jesus, which came to Japan during the Warring States period.