An Introduction to Imam Khomeini‘s famous book of “an exposition on Forty Hadith”

Islamic scholars, motivated by a tradition from the Prophet Muhammad, which promises Divine Rewards for scholars who collect forty traditions, compile hadith narrations in groups of forty.

Reasons behind Iran's 1979 Islamic Revolution?

The Iranians witnessed tremendous changes in 1979. In February of this year the Pahlavi dynasty collapsed after a long period of struggle. Earlier that year there were long protests and many casualties.

Imam's manner of speaking was uniquely inspirational

The atmosphere of Imam's classes was highly spiritual and angelic

O Allah, don't humiliate me in front of people

Imam's modesty was the greatest lesson we could learn from him

For a week I was contemplating the lesson

It was in fact a lesson on Islamic teachings and spiritual experience

His lessons ensured us we would be away from committing sin for a week

Imam's class of Islamic ethics was attended by all including even traditional ‘Bazaar’ traders.

Imam Khomeini outlined principles and features of foreign policy

I won’t go to the mosque even if you don’t come

The Late Bahr al-Ulum then sent his own emissary to Imam Khomeini, but the Imam refused to accede to his request.