Imam Khomeini distinguishing features of those accustomed to Riya

Imam explains Riya by saying that since this vice is so hidden and subtle that it remains unnoticed by the person himself, he is unaware of the fact that inwardly he is a hypocrite, and he imagines his actions to be pure and untainted.

Imam explains about someone who pays no attention to anything other than the dark wilderness

According to Imam, why self purification is difficult at old age?

Imam Khomeini warned against gratifying the carnal appetites and desires

Imam Khomeini through his works warned that all our deeds shouldn't serve as the means for satisfying our desires and gratifying the carnal appetites.

Total attachment to this world gradually immerses the person in various sins and offences, Imam ...

Imam Khomeini stresses that total attachment to the material world gradually immerses the person in various sins and offences.

Imam never attended a gathering of back-biting.

A memoirs by Seyyed Ahmad Khomeini, Imam’s son

Imam guarded himself against any possible sin or backbiting.

A memoir by Seyyed Izzad al-Din Zanjani

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 .