Believers worldwide mark Imam Ali (PBUH) martyrdom

Every year, on the 21st day of the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan, mourners gather in mosques and religious centers across Iran to attend ceremonies commemorating the first Shia Imam's martyrdom.

Imam Khomeini's advice to believers for spiritual transformation on the night of Qadr.

Muslims hold night-long vigils on Qadr Nights until dawn.

The night preceding Imam Ali’s martyrdom is considered to be one of the threefold Qadr (Destiny) Nights, when the Holy Qur’an was revealed to Prophet Muhammad more than 14 centuries ago. Muslims hold night-long vigils on Qadr Nights, reciting the holy Qu’ran and praying until dawn.

Imam Khomeini's spouse was well aware of ultimate goal, endured great difficulties

Imam Khomeini's wife, known as the holy Lady of Iran or the lady of the revolution was a wise and patient woman. If one pays attention to her patience, one easily finds that it was with great wisdom. She knew of the ultimate goal they wanted to achieve and so she endured great difficulties.

Imam Khomeini explained how sins corrupt the heart

Imam Khomeini through his books and works explained that not only are these illnesses unaccompanied by pain, but they also bring apparent pleasure. Meetings and sessions of backbiting are very warm and sweet! Love of the self and love of the world, which are the roots of all sins, are pleasurable.

The 24th exhibition of Iranian media in Imam Khomeini mosque in Tehran

THE CUP OF ANNIHILATION

As far as there is in the world the trace of you, As far as there is in the heaven the sound of your voice

Avoiding holding private meeting with the authorities of the Shah's regime