Sufism Thoughts and Teachings By Sheikh Arwani Amin In "Risālah Mubārakah

Abstract

The prevalence of spiritual crises in the contemporary era, especially in Indonesian society, is often caused by excessive dependence on Hubb al-Dunya. Hubb al-Dunya or dependence on material possessions can lead to various other issues in their life, either intentionally or inadvertently. Sufism is proposed as an alternative solution to these issues. One of the best ways to understand Sufism is by studying the thoughts and teachings of Sufi figures. Sheikh Arwani is known for his role as a murshid qiraah and murshid of the tariqa or Sufi order, contributing significantly to the spread of Sufism in Indonesia, especially in Kudus. This research employs a basic qualitative approach, relying on library studies and reviewing relevant literature. The primary source is the "Risālah Mubārakah" turats, used in the practice of the Naqshbandiyya Khalidiyya Mujaddidiyya order, spread by Sheikh Arwani. Sheikh Arwani's teachings are characterised as Sufism Amali, which is evident in his dual roles as a murshid of Qiraah al-Qur’an and a murshid or leader of the Sufi order. His teachings often incorporate Quranic arguments to support Sufism practices. For instance, he emphasizes the principle of wara' by advising students not to use the Quran for worldly gain. This approach underscores the importance of integrating spiritual values into daily life, aligning with the broader principles of Sufism. The study concludes that Sheikh Arwani's teachings and practices have had a significant impact on the spread of Sufism and tariqa in Kudus, demonstrating the potential for Sufism to address spiritual crises in contemporary society.