Arif Wibowo

2 papers in the library · publishing 2026

Papers

The Epistemology of Asy-Syadzily’s Spiritual Education in Jami’ Al Ushul fi Al Auliya’

Tarbawiyah Jurnal Ilmiah Pendidikan June 27, 2026 Arif Wibowo, Buruhan Haji Shame

Spiritual education in the Islamic tradition aims at inner transformation, character building, and strengthening the human relationship with Allah, not merely transmitting religious knowledge. This research analyzes the epistemology of spiritual education from Abu al-Ḥasan Asy Syadzily, as presented in his work Jami‘ al-Uṣul fi al-Awliya’. Asy Syadzily’s epistemology integrates three dimensions: al-‘ilm (spiritual knowledge), al-ḥal (transformation of inner state), and al-‘amal (actualization of spiritual values in action). Knowledge must lead to transformation of spiritual consciousness through purification of the soul (tazkiyat al-nafs) and closeness to Allah. The ideal human (insan kamil) emerges from a dialectical relationship between knowledge mastery, spiritual experience, and ethical practice. This perspective can serve as an epistemological foundation for Islamic education balancing cognitive, affective, and practical aspects.

DOI: 10.32332/tarbawiyah.v10i1.12948 Dialectic Consciousness Perspective graphical Context archaeology +13

The Application of Sufi Values to Overcome Academic Stress Among University Students

Educatia. June 25, 2026 Muhamad Danish, Arif Wibowo

This paper argues that Sufi (tasawuf) values can serve as a holistic spiritual coping mechanism for academic stress among university students, particularly in Indonesia. Using a library research method with a descriptive qualitative approach, the authors review literature across Sufism, Islamic counseling, and modern psychology. They propose a synthesized model linking core Sufi values—tawakkul, dhikr, muhasabah, and sabar—with psychological coping mechanisms. The authors contend that tawakkul acts as a psychological buffer against academic pressure, dhikr promotes neurological and emotional relaxation, and muhasabah facilitates structured self-reflection akin to cognitive restructuring. They conclude that Sufism offers a practical psychological tool for sustaining students' mental equilibrium and academic motivation.

DOI: 10.69879/nvm6d344 Mysticism Meditation Sufism Coping psychology +11