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.

Islam revolution under Imam Khomeini leadership was inspired by teachings of Ashura

Imam Khomeini through his historic speeches and messages described Muharram as the month of heroism, bravery, and sacrifice.

Imam Khomeini: You, the nation of Iran, have toppled a 2500-year-old despotic monarchy with your ...

President says Imam Khomeini depended solely on the power of the people

President Hassan Rouhani said on Monday Imam Khomeini depended solely on the power of the people, knowing that “soft power” would eventually triumph over “hard power.”

Arbaeen marks an important turning point in the movement of Karbala

A great significance had been attached to this day because the Ahlul-Bayt reached the land of Karbala on this day and performed pilgrimage to the holy shrines of Imam Hussein (PBUH) and his 72 companion who gave their life for the cause of Islam.

Government policies in Iran during and after the Constitutional Revolution

The Shah tried to define the legitimacy of his system on the bases of the 2500-year-old monarchy show of power and efficiency of his regime, but his opponents questioned these justifying foundations in 1964.

Imam Khomeini put emphasis on message of Ashura

Imam Khomeini, the world religious and spiritual leader advised preachers to convey genuine message of Ashura during the holy month of Muharram.

Arba’een increasingly becoming symbol of unity, integration among entire mankind

Arbaeen which marks forty days after Ashura is increasingly becoming symbol of unity among mankind.Pilgrims from neighboring countries and from across the world flock to Imam Hossein (PBUH) holy shrine in Karbala on the occasion.