Why it is necessary to ponder over Imam Khomeini's ideals?

Imam Khomeini, the great leader of contemporary Muslim world, succeeded in bringing about a revolution and establishing the Islamic Republic of Iran. Thus, it is necessary to delve into his ideas and examine his social, theological and political thought for various reasons:

Divine prophets never ignored social matters, Imam Khomeini stressed

There should be no mention of my name anywhere

It was then that I came to know of the greatness of his character.

Self-cognition is fountainhead of all human perfection, Imam Khomeini defined

Imam Khomeini, the late founder of the Islamic Republic through his theological works stressed that self-cognition is the fountainhead of all human perfection.

Spirituality, mystical concepts form main characteristics of Imam Khomeini's poetry

Mysticism, which is manifested in Imam Khomeini’s divine personality, runs deep though his poetry as well.

Iranian VP takes part in Arbaeen procession

Iranian First Vice-President Eshaq Jahangiri arrived in the holy Iraqi city of Najaf to attend a massive annual march in commemoration of Arbaeen.

Massive Arabeen march, a prediction of Imam Khomeini which became true

The massive gatherings on Ashura and Arbaeen occasion in Karbala had been a prediction of Imam Khomeini which became true.

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.