Gathering of former Iranian ambassadors at the Institute discussed Imam Khomeini's global ...

A gathering of former ambassadors of the Islamic Republic of Iran to various countries was held at the Institute for Compilation and Publication of Imam Khomeini’s Works.

A speech by Dr. Fatemeh Tabatabae discusses the global presentation of Imam Khomeini’s intellectual ...

Dr. Fatemeh Tabatabaei Recounts the Warm Reception of Imam Khomeini’s Spirituality in Africa and Japan at a Gathering of Former Iranian Ambassadors Held at the Institute for Compilation and Publication of Imam Khomeini’s Works

Imam Khomeini: the inner struggle against the self is the key to spiritual salvation

Imam Khomeini emphasizes that the struggle against the carnal self (jihad al-nafs) is a profound spiritual battle in which the forces of good and evil compete for control of the human soul, warning that its outcome determines one's eternal fate and spiritual elevation or degradation.

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.

Division: A poison that destroys from within

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 explains remembrance of God and His Graces

According to Imam, thankfulness is natural to human beings, and our very nature calls upon us to express gratitude to our benefactors. If we examine the book of our own hearts, we will find this principle inscribed within us. Our sense of respect and gratitude toward a benefactor increases in proportion to the generosity of the benefits we receive, particularly when that generosity is free from selfish motives. The greater the selflessness of the benefactor, the greater our sense of gratitude should be.

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.