Imam Khomeini stressed the need for a process of spiritual development

The way of moral reform advocated by Imam Khomeini is a process of spiritual development in which the adept learns to conquer and then lose interest in his worldly desires and become totally devoted to God.

Justice helps man in his development towards perfection, Imam Khomeini stressed

In Imam Khomeini's philosophical-mystical perspective, man has characteristics that other beings do not. Therefore, man is the subject of 'idalah (justice) and 'idalah helps man in his movement and development towards perfection.

Spiritual journey to heaven on Earth

Each year, millions of pilgrims, often exceeding 20 million, participate in the Arbaeen Walk, which spans approximately 80 kilometers (around 50 miles) from Najaf to Karbala, the most blessed and sacred lands on Earth.

Morality and character are provisions of human's journey, Imam Khomeini explained.

Imam Khomeini advised believers to pay attention to the fact that man is a traveler and like any other traveler he also needs some provisions for this journey. His morality and character are his provisions for this journey.

Seyyed Mostafa Khomeini used to attend Arba'een walk regularly

It has been recalled through a series of memoirs about Mostafa Khomeini’s participation at Arba’een walk and rally during his stay with Imam while in exile show their devotion towards the people of the Prophet's Household.

Imam Khomeini highlighted significance of Ashura, 'Arbaeen, Millions convene in Karbala on Arba’een ...

The late founder of the Islamic Republic frequently stressed that the Islamic Revolution had been inspired by the uprising of Imam Hossein ('a) and its spirit should be kept alive forever.

Iran's spiritual capital, Mashhad, offers recreational experience to pilgrims too

Iran's northeastern city of Mashhad is well known as the spiritual capital of Iran since it hosts the shrine of a holy figure in Shia Islam; Imam Reza.

Hajj and sacrifice rituals, ladders for spiritual journey and self-training