Peran Sanad Keilmuan Dalam Pengembangan Pondok Pesantren

Abstract

This study investigates the critical role of scientific Sanad in preserving the authenticity and validity of Islamic religious teachings within the context of Pesantren (Islamic boarding schools). By having a Sanad that is linked to religious scholars or kiai within Pesantren, it ensures that the disseminated knowledge is in strict accordance with authentic religious doctrines. Employing a qualitative research methodology, specifically a Systematic Literature Review (SLR), the study reveals that the tradition of scholarly Sanad in Islamic boarding schools (pesantren) is fundamentally centered around the kiai. The Kiai serves as the terminal link in the chain of knowledge transmission, particularly evident in the unique pedagogical methods of Pesantren where specific religious texts are studied. The concept of Sanad Kesains not only strengthens religious teachings but also contributes to the institutional development of Pesantren. It enables the Kiai to align with the vision of the Pesantren, thereby extending its impact beyond individual student development to broader social transformation. The resilience and adaptability of Pesantren in the face of modern challenges substantiate the continuing relevance of the scientific Sanad tradition.