Devotees honor Islamic Republic founder Imam Khomeini on 37th passing anniversary

Iranians from different walks of life have been participating in ceremonies to commemorate the 37th anniversary of the passing of the late founder of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Imam Khomeini.

The 15 Khordad uprising is the starting point of the Islamic movement.

The Muslim Revivalist Movements: The Role of Imam Khomeini in its Development and Continuity

Imam Khomeini has achieved successes in continuance of the movement of religious revivalism, that other Islamic reformists have achieved less. Imam Khomeini is one of significant revivalists who led the Islamic revolution in Iran and consequently brought about changes in Muslim society and civilization. In this article, distinctive features of Imam Khomeini’s revivalism will be examined.

Imam Khomeini accomplished prominent religious standing, became politically active in 1960s

Imam Khomeini who had attained a prominent religious standing by the age of 60 first became politically active in 1962

Imam Khomeini announced clear denunciation of an American-inspired package of measures

Imam Khomeini issued on January 22, 1963 a strongly worded declaration denouncing the Shah and his plans.

Turning points during struggle for Islamic Revolution under leadership of Imam Khomeini

The Islamic Revolution emerged victorious in 1979 following a long struggle under divine leadership of Imam Khomeini.

Imam warned against dangers Israeli regime posed to Islam and Muslim world

The Israeli regime, according to Imam Komeini, created a tragedy in the Islamic world by usurping Palestine.

Imam Khomeini warned nations about the dangers of Israel

In March 1963, Imam Khomeini wrote a letter about the danger of Israel to the various unions and associations in Qom.