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Khamenei Speech Archive

education

274 speeches spanning 1989–2025

The archive holds 274 speeches in which Khamenei addressed “education”, delivered between June 13, 1989 and December 25, 2025. The topic came up most often in 1990 (17 speeches).

Speeches by decade:1980s (8)1990s (75)2000s (74)2010s (81)2020s (36)
Related topics:islamic governanceyouthcultural policynational securityleadershipscience and technologyunityresistancereligious occasionsmilitary

Statements at the Meeting with the Organizing Committee of the Commemoration of Ayatollah Seyyed Mohammad Hadi Milani (may God be pleased with him)

Khamenei praises the late Ayatollah Milani's multifaceted character, emphasizing his significant contributions to science, spirituality, and social justice in Mashhad.

islamic governanceeducationmartyrdom+1
14 min read

Statements at the Meeting with the Organizers of the International Commemoration of Allameh Mirza Naini (may his soul be sanctified)

Khamenei highlights the significance of Allameh Mirza Naini's contributions, emphasizing his political thought and the necessity of establishing an Islamic government.

islamic governancepolitical thoughteducation+1
14 min read

Statements in Meeting with Thousands of Teachers and Educators

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of honoring teachers and improving education, urging commitment to follow-up and structural reforms in the educational system.

educationyouthislamic governance+2
15 min read

Message to the Conference on the One-Hundredth Anniversary of the Establishment of the Qom Seminary

Khamenei emphasizes the significance of the Qom Seminary's establishment, highlighting its role in shaping Islamic thought and confronting colonial powers.

islamic governanceeducationcultural policy+1
32 min read

Statements in Meeting with Thousands of Students from Across the Country

Khamenei emphasizes the rising awareness among students, urging them to maintain steadfastness and piety while confronting Western influence and challenges.

youthislamic governanceforeign policy+2
31 min read

Statements at the Gathering with the Holy Quran

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of Quran recitation for personal and community development, urging adherence to its teachings for justice and piety.

islamic governancecultural policyyouth+2
18 min read

Statements at the Meeting of Organizers of the International Conference on the Interpretation of Tasnim

Khamenei praises the interpretation of Tasnim as an honor for Shia, emphasizing its depth and the need for a comprehensive index to enhance its use.

islamic governancecultural policyeducation+1
12 min read

Statements at the Meeting with Organizers of the Congress Commemorating 24,000 Martyrs of Isfahan Province

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of honoring martyrs in Isfahan, urging effective commemoration efforts to inspire today's youth and preserve their legacy.

martyrdomislamic governanceyouth+2
10 min read

Statements in Meeting with Elite and Top Scientific Talents

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of following through on proposals made by young elites, urging effective implementation to harness their potential for national progress.

youtheducationscience and technology+1
16 min read

Statements in Meeting with Managers and Some Professors of Martyr Motahhari Higher School

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of educational reform and public participation in upcoming elections, urging youth to lead new movements in seminaries.

educationelectionsyouth+2
8 min read

Statements in Meeting with a Group of Medalists from Scientific Olympiads

Khamenei emphasizes the potential of youth to transform the country, urging them to engage in creativity and collaboration for progress and innovation.

youtheducationscience and technology+2
9 min read

Statements in an Interview with IRIB During the Visit to the 35th Tehran International Book Fair

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of promoting reading culture, urging officials to support book publishing and encourage youth engagement with literature.

cultural policyeducationyouth+1
6 min read

Statements in Meeting with Thousands of Teachers and Educators from Across the Country

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of teachers in shaping the future, urging public appreciation and addressing educational reforms and challenges in the Islamic Republic.

educationteachersyouth+3
21 min read

Statements in Meeting with a Group of Students and Representatives of Student Organizations

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of student engagement in governance, urging youth to focus on realistic solutions and maintain their spiritual radiance.

youtheducationislamic governance+2
27 min read

Statements in Meeting with Poets and Cultural Figures of Persian Literature

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of poetry as a medium, urging poets to convey messages of steadfastness, civilization, and the Iranian identity through their art.

cultural policyeducationyouth+1
14 min read

Statements at the Meeting with Organizers of the International Congress on Allameh Tabatabai

Khamenei honors Allameh Tabatabai's legacy, emphasizing his unparalleled knowledge, student nurturing, and the need for intellectual engagement against foreign ideologies.

islamic governanceeducationmartyrdom+1
13 min read

Statements in Meeting with Organizers of the Memorial for the Late Ayatollah Naaseri

Khamenei honors the late Ayatollah Naaseri, emphasizing the need for sincerity and spirituality in conveying his teachings to society.

islamic governanceeducationspirituality+1
4 min read

Statements in Meeting with Preachers and Students of Religious Seminaries Across the Country

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of propagation in religious seminaries, urging a shift in focus to prioritize this essential duty for the Islamic community.

islamic governanceeducationyouth+2
29 min read

Statements in an Interview with the Reporter of the IRIB News Agency at the End of the Tehran Book Fair

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of books in culture, urging increased reading and publishing, especially for youth, to foster national identity and creativity.

cultural policyyoutheducation+1
6 min read

Statements of the Meeting with Teachers and Educators from Across the Country

Khamenei honors teachers for their commitment, emphasizing their vital role in shaping the future and the importance of education in national development.

educationyouthnational security+2
26 min read

Statements in Meeting with a Group of Students and Representatives of Student Organizations

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of student activities as opportunities for the country, urging students to strengthen their foundational thoughts and pursue aspirations.

youtheducationislamic governance+2
32 min read

Statements After Planting Saplings on Tree Planting Day

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of tree planting for the environment and economy, urging collective efforts to achieve the goal of one billion saplings.

environmenteconomicseducation+1
5 min read

Statements at the Celebration of the Girls' Coming of Age

Khamenei encourages girls to embrace their coming of age, emphasizing responsibility and the importance of friendship with God in their lives.

educationyouthislamic governance+1
4 min read

Statements in Meeting with Students on the Eve of Student Day

Khamenei emphasizes the significance of the thirteenth of Aban, urging youth to learn from history and recognize the enemy's vulnerabilities and past actions.

youthhistoryresistance+2
33 min read

Statements in Meeting with Elite and Top Scientific Talents

Khamenei emphasizes the role of scientific elites, urging them to contribute to national progress and resist global arrogance.

educationscience and technologyyouth+2
28 min read

Statements at the Meeting of the Organizers of the Congress Commemorating the Martyrs of the Clergy

Khamenei honors martyrs of the clergy, emphasizing the importance of their role in jihad and the need for scholars to engage actively in inviting to good.

martyrdomreligious occasionseducation+2
6 min read

Statements in Meeting with Teachers

Khamenei emphasizes the crucial role of teachers in shaping future generations, urging the implementation of educational reforms and the recognition of their value.

educationyouthcultural policy+2
21 min read

Statements in Meeting with a Group of Students and Student Organizations

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of student engagement with university issues, urging youth to maintain hope and actively participate in shaping their future.

youtheducationislamic governance+2
46 min read

Statements in Meeting with a Group of Elites and Scientific Talents

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of elitism and responsibility, urging young elites to appreciate their talents and contribute to the country's progress.

youtheducationscience and technology+1
21 min read

Televised Speech Addressing the Iranian Nation on the Nineteenth Day of the Blessed Month of Ramadan 1442

Khamenei emphasizes the significance of Ramadan and the roles of teachers and workers, urging society to appreciate their contributions and strive for progress.

educationlaborramadan+2
35 min read

Statements at the Meeting of the Organizers of the Congress Commemorating Syed Morteza Alim al-Huda on the Millennium of the Death of Allameh Syed Morteza

Khamenei emphasizes the significance of Syed Morteza's contributions to Islamic education, urging a deeper analysis of his teachings and scholarly impact.

islamic governancecultural policyeducation+1
4 min read

Statements in a Video Conference with the Joint Graduation Ceremony of Armed Forces University Students

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of military education for national security, urging armed forces to adapt to evolving threats and enhance cooperation.

militarynational securityeducation+2
16 min read

Statements in a Video Conference with Heads and Managers of Education

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of education reform, urging a focus on human development and the need for a solid intellectual foundation in the education system.

educationnational securityislamic governance+1
29 min read

Television Speech at the End of the Gathering with the Holy Quran

Khamenei emphasizes the Quran's role in guiding life, urging adherence to its teachings for achieving happiness and resolving societal issues.

islamic governancereligious occasionsyouth+2
12 min read

Statements at the Meeting with the Organizers of the Congress of Two Thousand Martyrs of Bushehr Province

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of remembering martyrs in Bushehr, urging efforts to instill their legacy in future generations and promote a spirit of resistance.

martyrdomeducationresistance+1
6 min read

Statements at the Meeting of the Organizers of the Congress Commemorating the Late Ayatollah Seyyed Mohammad Mohaghegh Damad

Khamenei commemorates Ayatollah Mohaghegh Damad, emphasizing his scientific contributions and urging the publication of his jurisprudential works for future generations.

islamic governanceeducationcultural policy+1
6 min read

Statements at the Graduation Ceremony of Students of Imam Hussein University

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of Imam Hussein University, urging the Guards to enhance education and readiness to confront global arrogance and enemies.

educationmilitaryyouth+2
18 min read

Statements in Meeting with Scientific Elites and Top Talents

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of scientific progress, urging youth to continue their efforts and overcome obstacles in the pursuit of knowledge and innovation.

science and technologyyoutheducation+1
24 min read

Statements in a Meeting with a Group of University Professors, Elites, and Researchers on the Twenty-Third Day of the Blessed Month of Ramadan

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of university advancements, urging professors to engage with societal issues and combat despair among students.

educationyouthcultural policy+2
32 min read

Statements in Meeting with Seminary Students from Across the Country at Imam Khomeini's Hosseiniye

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of seminary students' roles in society, urging them to elevate religious understanding and engage actively in Islamic governance.

educationislamic governanceyouth+2
25 min read

Statements at the Gathering with the Holy Quran

Khamenei emphasizes the Quran's artistic beauty and its necessity for society, urging increased engagement and understanding of its teachings for all.

quranartistic beautyislamic governance+3
14 min read

Statements in Meeting with Teachers and Educators

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of education and teachers, warning against Western influences in the educational system and advocating for revolutionary spirit.

educationcultural policyyouth+2
23 min read

Statements in Meeting with Officials and Researchers of the Cognitive Sciences Development Headquarters

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of cognitive sciences for national advancement, warning that neglecting this field risks falling behind in global progress.

science and technologyeducationyouth+2
13 min read

Statements in Meeting with Scientific Elites and Top Talents at Imam Khomeini (may his soul be sanctified) Hosseiniyeh

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of elites in national advancement, urging mutual interaction between elites and the management system for progress.

youtheducationscience and technology+2
26 min read

Statements at the Graduation Ceremony of Students of Imam Hussein University (Peace be upon him)

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of patience and piety for youth, asserting that these qualities will protect the nation from the enemy's plots and harm.

youtheducationnational security+2
16 min read

Statements in Meeting with a Group of University Professors, Elites, and Researchers on the Twenty-Fifth Day of the Blessed Month of Ramadan

Khamenei emphasizes the university's role in addressing national issues, urging engagement with economic, social, and cultural challenges for progress.

educationyouthcultural policy+3
27 min read

Statements at the Meeting with Participants of the Congress on 'The Role of Shia in the Emergence and Expansion of Islamic Sciences'

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of unity among Islamic sects, urging recognition and collaboration to advance Islamic sciences and counter global arrogance.

islamic governancescience and technologyunity+2
9 min read

Statements in Meeting with Organizers of the Congress for the Late Ayatollah Haj Sheikh Gholamreza Yazdi (the Khorasani Jurist)

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of honoring the late Haj Sheikh Gholamreza Yazdi, urging the youth to embrace revolutionary spirit and ethical values.

cultural policyyouthislamic governance+2
8 min read

Statements at Farhangian University on the Occasion of Teacher's Day

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of teachers in education, urging a focus on justice and national identity in training future generations for the Islamic Republic.

educationyouthislamic governance+1
28 min read

Statements at the Meeting of the Organizers of the National Conference on Hakim Tehran (the Late Aqa Ali Modarresi Zanouzi)

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of rational sciences in Iran, urging the promotion of philosophical thought and the recognition of influential scholars.

islamic governanceeducationphilosophy+1
9 min read

Statements at the Meeting with the Organizers of the First International Congress on the Quran and Humanities

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of collaboration in academia, urging the integration of Quranic teachings with humanities to enhance intellectual productivity.

islamic governanceeducationcultural policy+1
7 min read

Statements in Meeting with Organizers of the National Conference on the Philosophical Thoughts of Allameh Jafari

Khamenei praises the late Allameh Jafari's comprehensive intellect and commitment to Islamic knowledge, urging continued engagement with his philosophical thoughts.

islamic governanceeducationcultural policy+1
7 min read

Statements in Meeting with Students and Pupils

Khamenei emphasizes the role of youth in advancing the Islamic Republic, urging them to recognize the enemy and pursue knowledge and piety for future success.

youtheducationrevolution+2
10 min read

Statements in Meeting with Students of Religious Seminaries in Tehran Province

Khamenei encourages young clerics to study diligently, emphasizing that their growth and knowledge are essential for influencing society and achieving Islamic goals.

educationyouthislamic governance+2
25 min read

Statements in a Meeting with University Professors, Elites, and Researchers

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of university professors in nurturing youth, urging them to foster scientific innovation and uphold Islamic values.

educationyouthislamic governance+2
22 min read

Statements in Meeting with a Group of Students on the Twelfth Day of the Blessed Month of Ramadan

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of student engagement in revolutionary struggles, urging them to maintain their ideals and actively participate in shaping the future.

youtheducationislamic governance+3
36 min read

Statements at the Gathering with the Holy Quran

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of Quranic connection during Ramadan, urging the youth to deepen their understanding and relationship with the Quran.

quranramadaneducation+2
15 min read

Statements in Meeting with Teachers and Educators

Khamenei emphasizes the vital role of teachers in shaping society, urging respect for their profession and the importance of education in national development.

educationteacherselections+2
18 min read

Statements at the Meeting with Participants of the International Quran Competitions

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of Quranic understanding and unity among Muslims, urging continued efforts to promote Quranic teachings in society.

islamic governancecultural policyyouth+2
8 min read

Selected Statements in Meeting with Professors and Elites of Sharif University of Technology

Khamenei emphasizes the importance of scientific endeavor and religious commitment, urging youth to pursue knowledge and uphold ideals for national progress.

youtheducationislamic governance+2
7 min read
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