Religious Democracy in Iran: Discursive Analysis of Imam Khomeini’s Political Thought

In the present article, the discourse formation of religious democracy is presented with a brief look at its concept. In accordance with the author, religious democracy is a conception of democracy that recognizes the collective power and people’s participation as the essence of democracy, and also justifies, analyzes, and explains that referring to religion and its principles.

Culture of Ashura shields revolution, inspires societies to revive values

Faithful Muslims and believers have begun marking Tasu’a and Ashura, the eve of the martyrdom of Imam Hussein (PBUH), by holding mourning rituals the world over.

Islamic government is a government of law, Imam Khomeini defined

Iran’s President Rouhani felicitates Muslim leaders on Eid al-Adha

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has, in separate messages, extended his felicitations to leaders of Muslim countries on Eid al-Adha (the Feast of Sacrifice), which marks the culmination of the annual Hajj pilgrimage.

Fruits of obedience to God the Almighty in Imam Khomeini's viewpoint

How can faithful people guard themselves against evil, Imam Khomeini explained

Imam Khomeini, the late founder of the Islamic Republic through his theological works suggested practical step for believers and faithful people in order to guard themselves against evil.

Obedience to God gives ample pleasure, Imam Khomeini explained

Imam Khomeini, the late founder of the Islamic Republic explains through his theological works for faithful and believers that obedience to God gives ample pleasure.

Imam Khomeini suggested guarding against evil (Muraqabah)

Imam Khomeini through his theological works suggested it is essential that throughout the period of stipulation the truth seeker struggling against his own self should constantly concentrate upon his actions.