In His Most Exalted Name
Dhou'l-Qa`dah 7,1397 AH
Thank you for your esteemed letter indicating your well-being, and expressing sympathy for me. I pray to God Almighty to assist you and give you success. I, myself, am in relatively good health, thanks to God. However, the many untoward happenings and the troubles, internal and external, do not give me any opportunity for meditation. I beseech God Almighty to set the situation right.
The topic mentioned is part of our disorganized state of affairs. I am apprehensive about the latest setback for the clergy, which will unfortunately arise from our own situation. Only the kindness of God Almighty can awaken us so that with prudent planning and attending to our duties we would be able to endure for some time. Please do not neglect me in your benevolent prayers. May God's peace and mercy be upon you.
Ruhallah al-Mousawi al-Khomeini