In the Name of God, the Compassionate, the Merciful
Rabi` al-Awwal 19,1399 AH
I would like to inform your honor that I have received and am grateful for your letter, which is filled with concern for me. I pray for your honor's health and prosperity. What has been achieved has been engendered by the great power of Islam, immense faith of the nation and the untainted prayers of the pure servants of God, and with a relatively small number of casualties, but with abundant harvests, thanks to God.
The famous revolutions of other countries that incurred were won with huge losses, great destruction, and casualties, and were never as prolific as this Revolution. If there had not been any fruits reaped in this Revolution other than the overthrow of this savage dynasty, it would have been enough for the nation. However, it is hoped that by the prayers of your honor and the rest of the sincere servants of God, great Islamic achievements will ensue.
I am in great need of your benevolent prayers. I implore God Almighty for the greatness of Islam and the Muslims, especially the distinguished `ulama'. May God's peace, mercy and blessings be upon you.
Rouhullah al-Mousawi al-Khomeini