In His Most Exalted Name
Jamadi al-Awwal 10,1399 AH
His Eminence Ayatullah Haj Shaykh Muhammad Tahir Khaqani, may his blessings last:
We were in receipt of your esteemed letter, and have noted the contents therein. Regarding the dispatch of a religious law judge to Khorramshahr, which you mentioned in the letter, it was expected that Your Eminence designate somebody for this post yourself. For this purpose Thiqat al-Islam wal Muslimin Haj Shaykh Hasan Shari`ati and Muqtada'i, may their graces last, will be going there. It is hoped that the Exalted God willing, with His Excellency's leadership, duties and responsibilities will be carried in a commendable manner. I implore the Exalted God for your success.
May God's peace, mercy and blessings be upon you.
Rouhullah al-Mousawi al-Khomeini