Imam Khomeini explains the struggle against one’s own lower desires

In his famous work an exposition on Forty Hadith, Imam Ruhollah Khomeini explains that the struggle against one’s own lower desires and weaknesses is among the most important forms of spiritual struggle.

What does a spiritual journey require from Imam Khomeini’s viewpoint?

Dr. Komsari highlights scholarly contributions, political struggles and historical impact of the ...

The head of the Institute for the Compilation and Publication of Imam Khomeini’s Works, emphasizing that the scholarly contributions, political struggles, and historical impact of the martyred Ayatollah Seyyed Mostafa Khomeini extended far beyond his years of life, said: “In my view, commemorating figures such as Seyyed Mostafa Khomeini becomes more meaningful when it goes beyond describing their personal virtues and leads to reflection on the responsibilities of today’s seminaries.”

Imam Khomeini on self-discipline: Guarding the soul through daily self-examination

Imam Khomeini emphasizes that spiritual growth requires constant vigilance over one’s thoughts and actions, daily self-accountability, and sincere repentance to resist temptation and remain steadfast in obedience to God.

Imam Khomeini led believers towards the path to spiritual purification

Imam Khomeini teaches that spiritual purification begins with sincere reflection and firm determination to change one’s life. A believer must resolve to abandon sin, fulfil religious obligations, make amends for past shortcomings, and follow the example of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him and his family). True spiritual growth requires not only inner sincerity but also steadfast adherence to the teachings of Islam, continuous self-discipline, and reliance upon God’s mercy and guidance.

An Exposition on Forty Hadith presents a great legacy by Imam

An introduction to Imam Khomeini's famous work 'an exposition to Forty Hadith'

Imam Khomeini's exposition on Forty Hadith helps believers elevate their status through intellect

In his collection, Imam Khomeini has included the ahadith that help us elevate our status through intellect (tafakkur), trust in God (tawakkul), man’s natural instincts to seek out God, meeting with God and to fear (khawf) Him.