THE CUP OF ANNIHILATION

Imam Khomeini distinguishing features of those accustomed to Riya

Imam explains Riya by saying that since this vice is so hidden and subtle that it remains unnoticed by the person himself, he is unaware of the fact that inwardly he is a hypocrite, and he imagines his actions to be pure and untainted.

Imam explains about someone who pays no attention to anything other than the dark wilderness

Physical world in spite of its vastness is so limited and narrow, Imam Khomeini explained

Imam Khomeini through his theological works explained that This physical world in spite of its vastness is so limited and narrow that we cannot imagine a heavenly hour with our this-worldly vision.

Internal struggle is of great significance for all great mystics

Imam Khomeini explains the jihad al-nafs or the internal struggle is of great significance for all great religious thinkers, mystics, and moralists.

The ultimate goal of all the prophets' efforts is the human being, Imam Khomeini highlighted

Imam Khomeini through his theological works explained that The all prophets have all been appointed to train true human beings. They have all come to elevate this creature of nature from its natural level to super­ natural and up to the highest heaven.

The man of faith is optimistic and has a hopeful attitude towards God, Imam Khomeini explained

The man of faith is optimistic and has a hopeful attitude towards God, and is satisfied with the way He has divided and apportioned His bounties among His creatures.

Imam Khomeini explained absolute purification from the impurity of polytheism

Absolute purification from the impurity of polytheism and obtaining perfect authenticity (ikhlas) of devotion is essentially a primary.