Message [Expressing gratitude for the people's support to the `ulama''s uprising against the Provincial and District Councils Bill]

Addressees: The people of Alashtar and its adjacent districts
In the Name of God, the Compassionate, the Merciful

I hope the gentlemen will excuse me for the delay in answering the letter, which is for the attainment of a lofty Islamic aim. We thank the good offices of the dear faithful that had expressed their noble feelings in support of the clergy and made us hopeful, saying that the gallant soldiers of Islam were all prepared to sacrifice everything they have. It is hoped that God Almighty bestows all the inhabitants of that region with good rewards and protects you all for the sake of Islam and sends down His blessings upon the inhabitants of that region.
May God's peace and mercy be upon you.
Rouhullah al-Mousawi al-Khomeini