Leader’s speech on Imam’s passing anniversary, a lesson in piety, politics, history

Addressing the multitude of people at the impressive ceremony to mark the 34th anniversary of the passing of Imam Khomeini, the architect of the Islamic Revolution, Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei touched on many significant and pressing issues.

Imam Khomeini’s legacy transcends frontiers of time and space: Analyst

Imam Khomeini advised believers to seek divine assistance

Imam Khomeini advised believers to seek divine assistance while carrying out tasks and said, "God willing, God will help you in performing all worldly and religious duties, and will diminish your pains for the next day."

Imam Khomeini advised believers for self-conditioning, contemplation and self-examination

According to Imam Khomeini, self-conditioning, contemplation and self-examination are essential pre-requisites for a seeker (mujahid) of truth who is battling with his self. Self-conditioning or stipulation means binding oneself with the resolve not to do anything against God’s commands.

Imam Khomeini stressed need for purifying intentions

Imam Khomeini recommended the faithful people of purifying their intentions, rectifying their deeds and expelling love of self .

Obedience to God gives ample spiritual pleasure, Imam Khomeini highlighted

Imam Khomeini through his theological works highlighted that you will also notice that obedience to God gives ample pleasure.

The greatest gift that Imam gave to our women was to restore their original and true identity.

How Islamic Revolution empowered and uplifted women in Iran

Contrary to reality, the women of Iran are shown as controlled and oppressed. Did the Islamic Revolution really push them back or lift them up to dignified positions and honor? Are they living in a repressive society or one that liberates and empowers them, especially women, in a progressive way?