Imam Khomeini’s famous work “Forty Hadith” remains unprecedented, contents appealing to both ...

The original work in Persian, published under the title “Arba’in, or chihil hadith” was written by Imam Khomeini more than five decades ago and was completed in the month of Muharram 1358 AH.

Imam Khomeini explained how to eradicate the roots of moral diseases

Imam Khomeini through his theological works explained how to eradicate roots of moral diseases such as anger, bragging and the self-love.

What are some of important discussions Imam included in his famous work “Forty Hadith”?

Pride is found in the most vicious of human beings, Imam Khomeini explained

Imam through his theological works says it should be remembered that in the same way as ‘ujb is sometimes the source of pride, jealousy (hasad) may also be the source of pride.

Moral merits and demerits from Imam Khomeini viewpoint

Imam Khomeini through his theological works advised the believers to decorate themselves with divine virtues and avoid from moral decline.

Imam Khomeini pointed out fatal moral diseases and consequences

Imam Khomeini through his theological works has explained that a person afflicted with ‘ujb should know that this vice sows the seeds of many other vices and serves as the source of such offences.

Believers should seek refuge in God from the mischief of the self, Imam Khomeini explained

Imam Khomeini through his theological works explained that the faithful people should seek refuge in God from the mischief of the self.

Thirty-three of the hadith Imam Khomeini selected pertain to Islamic ethics

Thirty-three of the famous book of Forty by Hadith by Imam Khomeini selected pertain to Islamic ethics, including acts which bring reward or punishment.