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| Imam Khomeini |
Pictures say a
thousand words. The late founder of modern day Iran, was not just a
figure of strength for Iranians, but for many who believed in his
vision.Many devout Muslims came out in Istanbul to commemorate the life
and lessons of the man known to his followers as Imam or great spiritual
leader.
Imam Khomeini’s criticism of Iran’s Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, Israel, and the United States galvanized many, young and old.
After being expelled from Iran in 1964, he first came to the Turkish city of Bursa and the Turkish people here still feel that connection.
The author of more than 40 books and religious preaching, his ideology reached many across the world.
Time magazine named Imam Khomeini man of the year in 1979. Scholars revere him as a "champion of Islamic revival" and he has been described as the "virtual face of Islam in Western popular culture."
The depth of emotion and intellectual conversation taking place here in Istanbul shows that Imam Khomeini’s Influence and inspiration extends far beyond Iran and to devout Muslims all around the world.
"Sunday marks the 23rd anniversary of the death of Iran’s former leader Ayatollah Khomeini. While events are taking place across Iran, on Friday, neighboring Turkey saw many gather in Istanbul to pay homage to Imam Khomeini and his writing."
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