In the Name of God, the Compassionate, the Merciful
Rajab 5,1384 AH
Dear son,
I arrived in Ankara on the same day I left Qum, before noon, and I am fine, thanks to God. Do not worry at all. Surely, God Almighty has predestined the best. May He endow us all with a chance to do our duties. About your mother, sisters, brother, and relatives I have to emphasize that God's pleasure and mine lies in your gentility toward them. Your mother needs more care than everybody else needs; you have to satisfy her materially and emotionally; do not let her worry; make her feel comfortable.
They are going to take me to Bursa «1» that seems to be a religious city; I will let you know when I arrive, if possible. I am looking forward to know about you, too. If you can, please send me my teaching books of Islamic jurisprudence, i. e. Makasib and Hawashi, through the Iranian embassy. Your letters should apparently be sent through the embassy, too. Please, pay Mr. Tabataba'i the rest of his coal money. Take the money for the rent and pay it if you could. You can send me dry food like gaz[ a kind of sweet ]and pistachios.
I repeat again; I am alright, but need to take a rest. Pay the allowance I used to pay the daughters out of the money from Khomein and the rest out of Sadat's Share. Give your mother her allowance. Keep Ahmad happy and give him his allowance.
They told me in Tehran that they would also send the family if I wanted to, but it is not advisable. They will not feel comfortable here, and I will be uneasy because they are uncomfortable. I do not need any clothing; just send the `aba.
Finally, I wish you all health. Give my regards to all the friends and companions; I ask them all to forgive me. The verdict will surely be moderated. I ask God Almighty for a good ending and soundness for myself and for all of you. May peace be upon you.
Rouhullah al-Mousawi al-Khomeini
P. S. Give my regards to the attendants. Give my special regards to my esteemed brothers, «2» when you meet them. Peace [be with you].
Khomeini
P. S. Please send me" Wasilah" and" Hashiah". Maybe you can send them via mail, through the Iranian embassy in Ankara. But it will be better to go to the organization «3» and let them know.