Cultural Problems of the Muslim World and Their Solutions According to Imam Khomeini

The study of Imam Khomeini's thoughts and views about Muslim countries' cultural problems regarding his intellectual, jurisprudential, and political position can better understand the contexts of these problems and their solutions. According to Imam Khomeini, the results indicated that the cultural problems of the Muslim world are rooted in spiritual dependence and self destruction against the West.

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.

Almighty may open the doors of His grace for faithful people

Imam Khomeini stresses self-conditioning, guarding against evil

Imam Khomeini has stressed through his theological works that it is essential that throughout the period of stipulation the mujahid struggling against his own self should constantly concentrate upon his actions.

Obedience to God gives ample pleasure, Imam explains

Imam Khomeini explains that faithful people will also notice that obedience to God gives ample pleasure.

Imam Khomeini: The straight path is the path of Islam, the path of perfection. This path leads to ...

Sahifeh-ye-Imam, V. 12, P. 317

Imam Khomeini advised believers to seek divine assistance

Imam Khomeini advised believers to seek divine assistance while carrying out tasks and said, "God willing, God will help you in performing all worldly and religious duties, and will diminish your pains for the next day."

Imam Khomeini advised believers for self-conditioning, contemplation and self-examination

According to Imam Khomeini, self-conditioning, contemplation and self-examination are essential pre-requisites for a seeker (mujahid) of truth who is battling with his self. Self-conditioning or stipulation means binding oneself with the resolve not to do anything against God’s commands.