In the Name of God, the Compassionate, the Merciful
His Eminence Hujjat al-Islam Qadiri- may his graces last,
With greetings, prayer and wish for your success in implementing the laws of Islam, your first letter and my reply «1» was the subject of debate in theological seminary, lesson and discussion; otherwise, I consider you a mujtahid «2» and authority in jurisprudence [fiqh]. I always pray to God for you to be able to solve the difficulties of the country in all areas. I consider you one of my good old-time friends. I will never forget your efforts in the lesson and discussion as well as your helps in all aspects. We must strive to break the walls of ignorance and superstition so as to achieve the limpid fountain of the pure Muhammadan (s) Islam. Today, the strangest thing is this very Islam, and to deliver it requires sacrifice. Pray for me to be one of those sacrifices. May God confirm you. May God's peace and mercy be upon you.
Rouhullah al-Mousawi al-Khomeini
Mehr 12,1367 AHS