In the Name of God, the Compassionate, the Merciful
His Eminence Hujjat al-Islam Aqa Haj Sayyid `Abdul-Karim Mousawi Ardebili- may his graces last:
I hereby appoint Your Eminence as the Chief Justice of the country. «1» I am hopeful that as per my earlier request you will strive to your utmost toward the preparation of plans, programs, structures, and fresh parliamentary bills for the Islamic Republic of Iran on the basis of the sublime and sacred teachings of Islam and in cooperation with the Attorney-General of the country as well as the noble and virtuous employees of the department of justice. May God support you in delivering upon this important responsibility.
Rouhullah al-Mousawi al-Khomeini
Tir 8,1360 AHS