In His Most Exalted Name
My dear Ahmad,
Your letter has been received by means of Mr. `Ali. I desire your good health. In regards to the subject matter that was written, I must say: The money of a `small liver' does not need a calico tablecloth. «1» I am now breathing my last breaths, and the problems that I have are enough and I do not desire more. Too much work has completely deranged the condition of living. It is hoped that by His will, God, the Exalted, will make available means so that I can plan for my last days. Your ideas, thanks be to God, the Exalted, are young and overfilled with hope and they do not go with my tired and worn out ideas. What I want from you is that you seriously study and discuss and never neglect them; during your studies make an effort to edify your morals and strengthen the base of the sacred religion. By the time you think of formalities, consultants and followers for me, I will be gone. As it has been written from Tehran, it is not clear if they can continue giving the monthly stipend; I had predicted it. Furthermore, because the gentlemen do not have correct information of behind the scenes they continuously write to increase it. Your brother «2» had a cold for two days as well as a slight fever, but thanks to God, it has passed and today and yesterday he went to class and also came here but his hand is troubling him a bit. Possibly, it is due to the cold, and it is not important. It will get better, God willing. Convey my regards to your sisters and wife. May you be happy and fine by the will of God.
Your father
Shawwal 28, 1390 AH