From Kennedy to Carter A Review of stages of Islamic Revolution of Iran

Islamization of Knowledge, or the Westernization of Islam?

Impact of Islamic Revolution on Islamic Awakening

That the Iranians stage a revolution under the banner of Islam was and is a very deep transformation, which seems rather strange on a planet almost conquered by the idea of separation of religion and state.

Reformism in the context of Islamic Awakening

The reformist and revivalists movements both seek change; the reason being that in the view of its advocates there has been a rupture between Muslim societies and Islamic principles.

Politics and Religion in contemporary Iran

The most important characteristics of politico-jurisprudental religiosity are: total Islamic discourse in which political and religious affairs are inseparable. Seeking a religious government and society and he establishment and implementation of Sharia laws in such a society; and Opposition to secularism and nationalism.

50th Anniversary of Islamic Awakening Movement launched by Imam Khomeini

Civil rights in Imam Khomeini’s thought and manner

Civil rights for Imam Khomeini always have been a serious concern and its examples have been receiving special attention and emphasis in both his theoretical and practical manner. A quick exploration in Imam’s tracks especially in Sahifeh (a collection of Imam’s speeches, statements, decrees and letters) reveals his great concern and precision on civil rights and individual privacy.

Government policies in Iran during and after the Constitutional Revolution

The Shah tried to define the legitimacy of his system on the bases of the 2500-year-old monarchy show of power and efficiency of his regime, but his opponents questioned these justifying foundations in 1964.

The spring of Islamic awakening

Today people from different walks of life are struggling against the authoritarian regimes in Middle East and North Africa, at the risk of being killed every day.

Excerpts from the Imam's will

Imam Khomeini's will, 30 pages long, the main part of which is dated February 15, 1983. Here are excepts from it: