SILSILAH UWAYSIYYAH

Uwaysiyyah Transmission

Abstract

This article aims to explain the concept of the Uwaysi silsilah, namely a form of transmission of knowledge and spiritual training that occurs directly through spiritual mediation without any physical meeting between the master and the disciple, as well as to examine the evidences supporting its validity within the Islamic tradition. In terms of methodology, this study adopts a qualitative approach based on library research by analysing sources from classical Islamic texts (turath) and the writings of Sufi shaykhs.The findings reveal that the Uwaysi silsilah possesses a strong foundation based on the evidences presented in this study. The research also demonstrates that established Sufi orders, such as the Qadiriyyah, Shadhiliyyah, Naqshbandiyyah, Tijaniyyah, and Ahmadiyyah Idrisiyyah, contain elements of the Uwaysi silsilah within their spiritual traditions. Furthermore, the study emphasizes that the validity of any spiritual experience must be measured against the standards of the Shariah. In conclusion, the Uwaysi silsilah constitutes a legitimate form of spiritual training that does not contradict Islamic law; rather, it is a divine gift bestowed by Allah upon His servants who have attained the maqām of mushāhadah (spiritual witnessing).