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.

Imam Hossein's movement saved Islam, inspired Imam Khomeini-led Islamic Revolution

Imam Khomeini used to issue congratulatory messages on birth anniversaries of the infallible, the truthful successors of the holy prophet of Islam and stressed to follow their footsteps in all arenas. The late founder of the Islamic Republic also said time and again that the Islamic Revolution was inspired by Imam Hossein's divine movement.

Imam Hussein and his Companions Shielded Islam: Imam Khomeini

Imam Khomeini the great spiritual and religious leader of the Muslim world revived genuine teachings of the household members of the holy prophet of Islam and hailed the companions of Imam Hussein (PBUH).

Imam Hussein and his Companions defended of Islam.

On the occasion of the anniversary of Imam Khomeini's return to the homeland

Imam Khomeini: O the youths of the universities! Dear university students! Go to the rescue of ...

Sahifeh-ye-Imam. V 13. P 232

Institute should remain at forefront while defending Imam’s ideals

The head of institute for compilation and publication of Imam Khomeini’s works has said that devotees should have no hesitation or doubt while presenting or defending dynamic thoughts and ideals of the late founder of the Islamic Republic.

Imam Khomeini: You see there are youths who actually make sacrifices.

Sahifeh-ye-Imam. V 18, P 105