Imam always wanted seminary students to preserve their dignity

Ayatollah Mohammadi Gilani, Conduct of Imam Khomeini, Golamali Rajaei, Vol. 3, P. 267

Imam Khomeini became displeased to see notes of appreciation.

Hojjat al-Islam Abdul Ali Gharhi, Imam’s fellow

Imam recommended constructive criticism.

Extracted from collection of memoirs about Imam

Imam Khomeini confronted flattering tongue by Shah’s Savak chief

Imam Advised MPs to Refrain from Praising Him

Imam Khomeini the founder of the Islamic Republic advised lawmakers and deputies of parliament to refrain from praising him while delivering their speeches to the house of parliament.