Imam Khomeini returned triumphantly after US-backed Shah fled Iran

Only two weeks after the Shah fled Iran on January 16, 1979, Imam Khomeini returned to Iran triumphantly, on February 1, 1979, invited by the anti-Shah revolution which was already in progress.

Shah's escape marked turning point in revolution victory under Imam Khomeini's wise leadership

The Shah fled the country on 26 Day (Janurary 16, 1979), two days after calling to meeting the Council of Monarchy and obtaining vote of confidence for Bakhtiar’s cabinet.

Imam Khomeini’s lecture series in Najaf laid out his ideas on Islamic governance

In early 1970 Imam Khomeini gave a lecture series in Najaf on Islamic Government which later was published as a book titled variously Islamic Government or Guardianship of the Islamic Jurists (velayat-e faqih).

Imam successfully monitored and led Islamic Revolution from exile

Imam Khomeini successfully monitored and managed Islamic Revolution during years in exile

Pundits and observers maintain that Imam Khomeini successfully managed and monitored the Islamic years during years of exile and despite tough conditions and circumstances.

Dr. Komsari stesses need for attaching much more significance to Imam and his ideals

The head of institute says Imam's thought and ideals should receive more significance by institutions and individuals on various levels across the country.

Imam Khomeini remains a history making figure, his ideals inspiring movements around globe: Dr. ...

The head of institute says Imam Khomeini has been a history-making figure and his dynamic thought and ideals continue to inspire movements around the globe.

Imam wants believers to discover real purpose of revelation of Qur'an

Scholars have undertaken serious efforts to discover Imam Khomeini's method of Quranic interpretation.