Imam Hossein's movement saved Islam, inspired Imam Khomeini-led Islamic Revolution

Imam Khomeini used to issue congratulatory messages on birth anniversaries of the infallible, the truthful successors of the holy prophet of Islam and stressed to follow their footsteps in all arenas. The late founder of the Islamic Republic also said time and again that the Islamic Revolution was inspired by Imam Hossein's divine movement.

Reaction of Pahlavi regime to news of Imam Khomeini's return

With the arrival of February 1979, the news of the imam's return to the country became stronger. This news caused many actions, from closing the airport to threatening to blow the plane up and military coup to delay his trip.

Imam used to frequently perform pilgrimage of holy shrines in Karbala

Extracted by memoirs about Imam Khomeini

Islamic Revolution created anti-hegemonic discourse

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.

How did founder of the Islamic Republic underscore the significance of Imam Hossein (‘a) uprising?

Imam Hossein ('a) did not give in to oppression, never compromised over honor

The grandson of the late founder of the Islamic Republic says that Imam Hossein (‘a) sacrificed everything, but did not give in to oppression and never compromised over his honor.

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.