Independence and self-sufficiency from viewpoint of Imam Khomeini

Imam Khomeini advised about adopting qualities of the modest

Imam Khomeini explains that no other way is better for crushing the desires of the self as adopting the traits and qualities of the modest and following their behavior and character.

Imam Khomeini explained how God Almighty is the Most Merciful of the merciful

According to Imam Khomeini, God Almighty is —the Most Merciful of the merciful—, but at the same time He is — the severest of the punishes— also. He Himself says that He covers up bad deeds as long as they do not cross certain limits.

Imam Khomeini distinguishing features of those accustomed to Riya

Imam explains Riya by saying that since this vice is so hidden and subtle that it remains unnoticed by the person himself, he is unaware of the fact that inwardly he is a hypocrite, and he imagines his actions to be pure and untainted.

Imam Khomeini advised to act against desires of the self

Imam Khomeini advised the believers and faithful people to undertake serious efforts in order to get rid of the inclinations and desires of the self.

Imam explains about someone who pays no attention to anything other than the dark wilderness

Description of sensual desires according to Imam Khomeini.

Total attachment to this world gradually immerses the person in various sins and offences, Imam ...

Imam Khomeini stresses that total attachment to the material world gradually immerses the person in various sins and offences.