In His Most Exalted Name
Dear Ahmad,
Your undated letter arrived. God the Most High willing you are in good health.
1. Regarding the library «1» as I was unaware of the building's condition I suggested that if possible build more rooms for the seminary students; if it is not suitable then allocate them to those who are married as you are free to decide on this affair.
3. In regards to going to Tehran for the monthly tuition, «2» what was meant was the monthly tuition for the companions; if it was not true I thank you for telling me.
4. Take good care of your honorable uncle during his stay in Qum. Take care of his hitting facilities, accommodation, food, and other affairs, especially in regard to respect.
5. Concerning Mr. Ashtiyani «3» and his son I did not understand why they are worried; it is better to mention their funds; I cannot interfere much in these affairs; it is better for them to be resolved over there. I will write (as you say) and inquire from my representative in Tehran. «4» Do not give much attention to these worldly matters.
6. I will write for them to give the money for the passport. God willing, you will be successful and aided; be serious in your studies, but before that, you should be serious in edifying your morals. May God's peace be upon you.
Your father
We are assembled in Karbala al-Mu`alla and I pray for you. As it is written from Iran there is disorder in the funds; from the outside they are forwarded to different people instead of giving them to my official representative Mr. Tehrani «5» and it seems that they desire to limit him. This matter is not correct and the funds must reach him and if (your) uncle «6» is present, through both of them and the gentlemen, assemble in Tehran or Qum so that it will be spent on the theological schools in Qum. This manner that was written is a very bad one and results in incorrect expenses. You are ordered to investigate who change the people's mind about my representative and you must write it to me. May God's peace be upon you.