Desirable contemplation on Divine essence

According to Imam Khomeini, it should be known that what we said about the possibility of contemplation on the Essence, the Names and the Attributes may lead the ignorant to imagine that it is forbidden in accordance with certain riwayat, knowing not that that which is forbidden is to attempt to fathom the quality and depths of the Essence, as is clear from the traditions.’

Imam Khomeini advised believers to perform worship with tranquility of mind

Imam Khomeini through his theological works recommended that the sālik should perform his worship with quietude of the heart and a tranquility of the mind.

The stage of contemplation and ponderance

self-examination, essential pre-requisites for a seeker of truth

According to Imam Khomeini, self-conditioning or stipulation means binding oneself with the resolve not to do anything against God’s commands.

Best form of worship is to contemplate about God and His Power, Imam Khomeini explained

According to Imam Khomeini, there is a great merit in contemplation. Contemplation is the key to the doors of ma’rifah and to the treasure chests of knowledge and excellence.

Imam Khomeini explained sweetness of spiritual enjoyment

Imam Khomeini through his theological works advised believers that if they taste the sweetness of spiritual enjoyment, they will gradually turn away from physical pleasures.

Man hasn't been able to acquire real secrets of creation, Imam Khomeini stressed

Imam Khomeini has stressed through his theological works that man has not been able to acquire the real knowledge of the subtleties and secrets of creation.

What is Self-conditioning and self-examination in mysticism and how does Imam explain these terms?

Self-conditioning, contemplation and self-examination are essential pre-requisites for a seeker (mujahid) of truth who is battling with his self.