Imam Khomeini’s Personality Psychology Based on the Characteristics of Carl Rogers’ Healthy Person

The purpose of this research was to describe the phenomenological personality of Imam Khomeini from the perspective of Carl Rogers’ Healthy Person. The research question was: Do characteristics of Imam Khomeini’s personality correspond to Rogers’ indicators for healthy person (“fully functioning person”)? In order to answer this question, the author used documentary research method, and extracted, categorized and analyzed the necessary data. The results showed that Rogers’ general criteria about a healthy person are converged from three points: personality dynamics, courage in self-realization, and unmasked existence. Moreover, Rodgers presented five particular features: open to experience, existential living, trust feelings, creativity, fulfilled life. According to research findings, Rogers’ eight indicators for healthy person (“fully functioning person”) are in complete correspondence with Imam Khomeini’s personality. There are also unique features in Imam Khomeini’s thoughts, behavior, and lifestyle that were not mentioned in Rogers's theory.