Appointment of Hojjat al-Islam Masoudi Khomeini as Custodian of the Holy Shrine of Hazrat Masoumeh (peace be upon her)

In the Name of God, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful

Hojjat al-Islam wal-Muslimeen Mr. Masoudi Khomeini (may his blessings continue)

I appoint you to the position of Custodian of the Holy Shrine of Hazrat Fatemeh Masoumeh (peace be upon her and her oppressed infallible ancestors) and the centers and areas affiliated with it. I hope this noble honor and status grants you the success of serving that luminous shrine, which is the Dome of Islam and the axis of the great seminary.

It is necessary to diligently and earnestly protect the sanctuary and its belongings and revenues, make the necessary efforts in improving and constructing the required buildings, provide services for pilgrims and neighbors, disseminate the teachings of the Ahl al-Bayt (peace be upon them), serve the deprived and oppressed, and prevent any closure or misuse.

With great thanks for the services of Hojjat al-Islam wal-Muslimeen Mr. Molai, I ask Almighty God for your success.

Seyyed Ali Khamenei

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