Imam Khomeini was not ready to reside any luxury house following the victory of the Islamic Revolution under his leadership in 1979. Finally the great leader of the Muslim world opted to live in a very simply built house in Jamran neighborhood located in the northern part of the Iranian capital, Tehran.
A Hosseiniah and prayer room attached to Imam’s historic house soon turned into academic, cultural and religious activities and millions were guided through Imam’s guidance.
Historic messages were released and influential speeches were delivered by Imam that changed the balance of power across the world and challenged the world colonial and arrogant powers.
Millions around the Muslim world and other oppressed nations said yes to Imam Khomeini’s messages and accepted his teachings.
The simply built residences of Imam attract millions of pilgrims from around the world each year.
Ruhullah Musawi Khomeini was born on 20 Jamadi al-Akhir 1320/ 24 September 1902- coincidence with the birth anniversary of Hadrat Fatima (PBUH)- in the small town of Khomein, some 160 kilometers to the southwest of the holy city of Qom.
After decades of struggle, the Islamic revolution under the wise leadership of Imam Khomeini gained the victory. The Islamic-democratic system establish by the great Imam brought great status and confidence to the Iranian nation and rest of the Islamic world.
Several pundits and analysts believe that Imam Khomeini restored dignity to the whole Muslim world and the oppressed nations around the globe.