Leader endorses new biography of Imam Khomeini
Iran’s Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei endorsed a newly released book about the life of founder of the Islamic Republic of Iran Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, calling it a “powerful” and “truthful” portrayal of the late revolutionary leader.
The endorsement was unveiled during a ceremony in Tehran for Ruhollah, a biography by Iranian author Hadi Hakimian, published by Shahrestan Adab Publishing House, khamenei.ir reported.
In a handwritten message dated Mordad 1403 in the Iranian calendar (July–August 2024), Ayatollah Khamenei wrote that the book draws “a close-to-reality image” of Khomeini, describing him as a leader with “pure faith,” “unmatched courage,” and “iron will.”
The book, Ayatollah Khamenei noted, reflects Khomeini’s “deep belief” in his mission and people, saying this trust “makes up half the weight” of his leadership.
Ayatollah Khamenei, who succeeded Khomeini as Leader in 1989, also stressed the book’s value for young Iranians. “Reading this book is highly beneficial for our youth,” he wrote.
The book ‘Ruhollah’ comes as Iran prepares to mark the 36th anniversary of Ayatollah Khomeini’s death on June 3.