In His Most Exalted Name
Rajab 12,1395 AH
Thank you for your esteemed letter informing me of your well-being. I pray for your health and happiness. There is no need to mention the happenings here and at your end; «1» you are aware of what happened. I am really astonished, and have not taken any decision as yet. I beseech God Almighty to rectify matters. What pains me is the indifference of Najaf toward the events in Qum and, perhaps, its backing the adversary." And Allah, all unseen, surroundeth them." «2»
Please do not forget me in your benevolent prayers.
In connection with the topic mentioned, it should be avoided for now. I also had wanted to pay a monthly stipend previously through Mr. Khalkhali, «3» but the conduct was such that I dissuaded myself. Regarding Mr. Khalkhali's draft, I, firstly, do not know if this is the same previous amount of money that had been mentioned in a letter from Karachi or another amount. In any case, I referred to Mr. Khalkhali and he accepted. However, I did not receive the previous amount, and I had already sent the receipt for sixty thousand rupees before. Perhaps it has not reached; if that is the case, it is the same. Please let me know of your welfare sometimes, I pray to God for your prosperity. May God's peace and mercy be upon you.
Rouhullah al-Mousawi al-Khomeini