The relationship between mysticism and politics in the opinion of Imam Khomeini (r)

Keeping in mind the mystical writings and personality of Imam Khomeini (r), and his prominent role in the Islamic Revolution, the author, in this article, examines the relationship between prominent and politics in Imam Khomeini’s (r) opinion. After examining and categorizing the various opinions of those opposed to and in agreement with the relationship between mysticism and politics, Imam Khomeini (r) is listed as one who is in agreement with the relationship between mysticism and politics in a jurisprudential outlook. Then, Imam Khomeini’s writings and speeches about mysticism are examined where the concept of the oneness of Allah is considered to be Imam’s mystical -political base. In the end, the social-political personality of Imam Khomeini, for instance guardianship, power, freedom, unity, and the social system are examined.