A new book, “The Face and Spirit of the Islamic Revolution,” offers guidance on protecting the Islamic Revolution. The key phrase Islamic Revolution appears repeatedly in the text. It is based entirely on the speeches and messages of Iran’s Leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei. The book explains how Iranians can safeguard both the visible structure and the inner spirit of the Islamic Revolution. The Leader stresses that protecting the system’s form is essential. However, he insists that preserving its spirit is even more important. The visible form includes institutions, government structures, and official systems. Meanwhile, the spirit represents core Islamic principles, values, and revolutionary ideals. According to the Leader, defending the spirit of the Islamic Revolution is key to national strength and long-term stability.
Moreover, the book warns that losing the true essence of the system is the greatest danger. Khamenei cautions against a system that appears Islamic on the surface but absorbs foreign cultural influences internally. In addition, he describes this risk as a “secular core with a religious exterior” and urges citizens to prevent it. The book compares the Islamic Revolution to a living entity with both body and soul. In the early years, enemies attacked the physical body through military action and sanctions. Now, however, a soft war targets its soul by promoting doubt, cultural decay, and detachment from revolutionary ideals. Therefore, understanding this threat and defending the Islamic Revolution’s spirit has become a top priority.
Furthermore, history shows that revolutions often lose their original goals over time. For example, major revolutions have strayed from their founding promises. Consequently, the book stresses the need for constant vigilance. Imam Khomeini began this work of protecting the Revolution’s spirit from the very start, and Ayatollah Khamenei continues it today. He also reminds readers that the slogans of the Revolution remain relevant. They inspire resistance, dignity, and support for the oppressed. The book divides its content into two main parts. First, it explains the visible structure of the Islamic Revolution. Second, it focuses on the spirit, examining its key indicators, importance, threats, and the responsibilities of citizens, officials, and social groups to protect it.
Additionally, the Islamic Revolution endures due to two main factors. It is rooted in spiritual and ethical values, not only material goals. It also relies on the active participation of the people, who remain central to the system. As a result, the Revolution remains dynamic and globally inspiring. Finally, the book concludes with a call for collective effort. Every citizen must help protect both the face and the spirit of the Islamic Revolution. Only through shared responsibility can the nation remain strong and advance toward a new Islamic civilization.