Imam Khomeini’s Approach to Political Struggle

The focus of this paper is analysis of methods used by Imam Khomeini in his struggles until the victory of the Islamic Revolution. The main question of this paper is: What was Imam Khomeini’s approach to violence and nonviolence in his political struggles against the Shah’s regime?

Iranians, Muslims worldwide attend mourning ceremonies to mark Tasu’a

Millions of Muslims in Iran and across the world are commemorating Tasu’a, a day before the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hossein (AS), the third Shia Imam and the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

Tasua and Ashura, the day of loyalty and resistance of Imam Hussain and his faithful companions

The Ashura Uprising in the Words and Messages of Imam Khomeini

Keep Muharram alive

Islamic revolution was inspired by Imam Hossein (PBUH)’s divine uprising

The founder of the Islamic Republic frequently said through his messages, speeches and works that the struggle for the Islamic Revolution had deep roots in Imam Hossein (PBUH)’S divine-oriented uprising against injustice and cruelty.

Islamic Revolution closely linked with Imam Hussein’s school of thought

Imam Khomeini highlighted Hadrat Zainab ('a) personality as flag-bearer of Karbala message

According to Imam Khomeini, Hadrat Zainab ('a) , flag-bearer of Karbala message, the holy lady is known for resisting tyranny, oppression and injustices in history.