Owliyah
Tuwan Owliyah
‘religion’ a title.
This title is said to have been given to a certain man who is said to reside in Borneo with companions who some also call
"Tuwan Owliyah". This person is reputed to possess supernatural ability. Historically, the title auliya was given to purportedly saintly people. Sheik Makdum was said to have been given this title. Many people on Sibutuh have
woodcuts which are supposed to be the image or likeness of Tuwan Owliyah . Some of these woodcuts picture a side view of a person sitting with his legs tucked under him. This image is made
from Arabic letters. These pictures are considered to have magical powers and are used as talisman or charms.