Why it matters:
Reviewing the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei's remarks in 1992 is important for a better understanding of the current situation in West Asia and the world. His interpretation of the period before the reappearance of Imam Mahdi (AS) and the inevitable end of oppression, along with describing the era after the Imam’s reappearance as a “great hope,” can offer contemporary people a source of optimism, helping them stand resilient against despair and hopelessness.
The big picture:
Mid-Sha’ban is a significant date in the Shia Islamic calendar, marking the birth of Imam Mahdi (AS), the twelfth Shia Imam. Shia communities observe the day with special prayers, religious gatherings, and festive celebrations. The occasion is also a time for reflection and hope, as people express their anticipation for the Imam’s return and the promise of justice and peace he embodies.
What he's saying:
In the speech, Iran’s Leader condemned global oppression, injustice, and the killing of innocent people, warning that such conditions push societies, especially youth, toward despair and nihilism. He stressed that “the era of tyranny and arrogance is temporary” and that nations with hope understand that oppression will not last forever.
Ayatollah Khamenei added that before the reappearance of Imam Mahdi, humanity will face severe trials and tests, a period in which righteous individuals are purified and strengthened. Looking to the future, he described a time when human creativity and intellect flourish, wars cease, and global peace and security prevail, calling it “the great hope.”
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