In His Most Exalted Name
Month of Fasting 26, 1390 AH
Dear Ahmad,
Your letter has been received. of your health. «1» Congratulations for the marriage. I hope that, God willing, you are in good health and prosperous. I pray for all of you. You have the right to feel uneasy about my comment regarding the house. However, since I always expect you to take into account all aspects, if sometimes, being upset as I have said something unfair, you ought to forgive the old father. In any manner you see advisable give the house to the seminary students. Furthermore, you did not write as to how the monthly stipend was given, who gave it and on what grounds it was given. Khanum, «2» thanks to God, has arrived safely and is busy entertaining visitors. Inform me of the quality of your lessons, discussions and occupations. Extend my greetings to the honorable and respected bride. «3» I hope she is fine by the will of God, the Exalted.
Your brother «4» and his family are fine; they had gone for i`tikaf «5» last night they returned. I pray for your health.
Your father