The Muslim Revivalist Movements: The Role of Imam Khomeini in its Development and Continuity

Imam Khomeini has achieved successes in continuance of the movement of religious revivalism, that other Islamic reformists have achieved less. Imam Khomeini is one of significant revivalists who led the Islamic revolution in Iran and consequently brought about changes in Muslim society and civilization. In this article, distinctive features of Imam Khomeini’s revivalism will be examined.

Imam Khomeini challenged US dominance, overthrew Western-backed monarchy

Revolution under Imam Khomeini leadership overthrew Western backed monarchy in Iran

Imam Khomeini has been a Muslim cleric and Marja, and the political leader of the 1979 Islamic Revolution of Iran which overthrew Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, the last Shah of Iran.

Legacy of a revolution: Objectives of Iran’s 1979 Islamic Revolution and significance

Imam Khomeini led revolution against US-backed oppression of Mohammad Reza Pahlavi

On February 1, 1979 after years of exile, Grand Ayatollah Seyyed Ruhollah Khomeini, returned to Iran.

Why did Imam deem necessary the unity among followers of all religions?

Imam Khomeini Highlighted Moral Values

Institute, World Assembly of Ahlul Bayt sign Memorandum of Understanding to promote Imam ...

The Institute for compilation and publication of Imam Khomeini's works has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the World Assembly of Ahlul Bayt to promote the works and ideals of the late founder of the Islamic Republic.