Imam Khomeini the founder of the Islamic Republic wanted to implement the ideals and precious principles of governance practiced by the holy prophet of Islam and his true successor Imam Ali (peace be upon them).
Imam Khomeini emphasized that the Islamic community must follow the footsteps of Imam Ali, the true successor of the holy prophet, in order to gain material and spiritual prosperity and salvation
The Muslim world's religious and spiritual leader used to send messages on the birthday of Imam Ali (PBUH) and reminded the scholars and masses about various perspectives of his personality.
He used to bring several instances of Imam Ali's conduct, ethic, knowledge, wisdom, virtues, good governance and his obedience to the holy prophet (PBUH) during his speeches and lecturers.
The Holy Prophet of Islam said: "I am the city of knowledge and Ali is its gate; and I am the house of wisdom and Ali is its door.” The hadith has been widely reported in Shia and Sunni Hadith sources.
The great religious scholar and mystic of the Muslim world presented Imam Ali's personality as a perfect role model for the Muslim community and the mankind which could deliver the ongoing humanity form social and moral decline.
The leader of the Muslim world regularly used to visit the holy shrine of Imam Ali (PBUH) during his stay in the city of Najaf and formed academic circles at the holy site.
The great Imam also advised the all Muslim Ummah and the oppressed nations to follow the footsteps of Imam Ali (PBUH) to establish justice, equality and peace across the world.
Imam Khomeini devotion towards Imam Ali (PBUH) was eternal and the Muslim leaders must follow the suit in this regard.