In His Most Exalted Name
Muharram al-Haram 2,1392 AH
His Eminence Sayyid al-A`lam Khatib al-Muhtaram Mr. Hijazi, may his graces last:
After offering my greetings and salutations, I would like to acknowledge the receipt of your noble letter from Makkah al-Mukarramah. «1» I am grateful for your remembrance and benevolent prayers for me at the holy place. I do not remember the previous years' circumstances; maybe I answered but it did not arrive; your letter did not have any return address; therefore, through other means I answered. I hope that, God willing, you will always be healthy and happy. I hope you do not forget me in your benevolent prayers. May God's peace and mercy be upon you.
Rouhullah al-Mousawi al-Khomeini