Imam Khomeini and November 4th (Aban 13)

Imam Khomeini and November 4th (Aban 13)

Certain dates become symbolic turning points when political action, collective memory, and ideological meaning converge. Imam Khomeini and November 4th (Aban 13) examines one such moment, exploring its significance within the broader trajectory of the Iranian Revolution and post-revolutionary political identity.

About the Book Imam Khomeini and November 4th (Aban 13) focuses on the historical, political, and symbolic importance of November 4th (13 Aban) in modern Iranian history. The book analyzes how this date came to embody resistance, anti-imperial sentiment, and revolutionary mobilization, particularly through the leadership and discourse of Imam Khomeini. It situates the events associated with this day within the larger revolutionary process, showing how public demonstrations, political messaging, and ideological framing transformed a specific moment into a lasting symbol. The work also examines how November 4th continued to function as a reference point in the Islamic Republic’s political culture.

What You Will Discover

• The historical background and events associated with November 4th (13 Aban).
• Imam Khomeini’s role in shaping the meaning and interpretation of this date.
• The use of symbolism and collective memory in revolutionary politics.
• How commemorative practices reinforce ideological continuity over time.

About the Author The author approaches the subject from a historical and ideological perspective, drawing on revolutionary history, political discourse, and cultural analysis. The work reflects an interest in how leadership and symbolism interact to shape political identity.

Who Is This Book For? This book is for students, researchers, and readers interested in the Iranian Revolution, political symbolism, revolutionary leadership, and the formation of collective memory in modern Iran.