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Analysis of Imam Khomeini's political personality based on the theory of the great man and its impact on Islamic awakening in confronting the Palestinian issue: a psychological analysis. Political Research In Islamic World (Priw) 2026; 16 (3) :31-44
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1-Introduction
The analysis of the personality of political leaders is one of the main axes in political psychology. The purpose of this article is to explain the nature and political behavior of Imam Khomeini's leadership and the reason for his profound influence on political developments in order to reach a correct understanding. . Therefore, this study seeks to psychologically analyze the personality traits and characteristics of Imam Khomeini with the help of the great man theory. . Personality traits are specific and distinct patterns of thinking, emotion, and behavior that determine the personal style of interaction of an individual with his social and material environment. Personality traits imply stability in personality. Therefore, the psychological analysis of personality traits is based on the belief that each individual has his own personality traits that can be defined and distinguished from others by those traits. Traits are aspects of personality that are relatively stable over time, vary among individuals, are relatively stable in relation to changing situations, and affect behavior. In this regard, Imam Khomeini's moral and personality components, such as courage, optimism, intellectuality, power of reason and wisdom, creativity, gaining public trust, purposeful order and scheduling, selflessness, justice, honesty, self-control, and comprehensiveness of personality, have introduced him to the world as a model of a great man in history.
2- Research Questions
The main question of this research is that, considering the "great man theory" and the prominent traits of Imam Khomeini in his political lifestyle, how did the "invention of word formation in political discourse" contribute to the establishment and preservation of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the awakening of the Palestinian people in his behavior and political life, which is evident in his dealings with the Zionist regime?
3- Methodology
Adopting a systematic methodology and designing a roadmap ensures the quality and credibility of each research effort. The present research was conducted with a qualitative approach and related methods. The main method of this research, considering its theoretical nature, is descriptive-analytical and was carried out using data conceptualization and qualitative and content analysis. Its aim is to provide knowledge, new insight, a real picture and a guide to action in response to the main research question.
4- Results and Findings
The results of the present study show that Imam Khomeini's moral and personality components such as courage, optimism, intellectuality, power of reasoning and wisdom, creativity, attracting public trust, purposeful order and scheduling, self-sacrifice, justice, honesty, self-restraint and comprehensiveness of personality have introduced him to the world as a model of a great man in history who has awakened the Palestinian people who show themselves in dealing with the Zionist regime. And the culture that the Imam founded with the innovative use of this special and purposeful wording was considered an example of providing a new solution to overcome the challenges of the Islamic world and oppressed nations. It was also considered to be a kind of establishment of a new and special global structure and system to facilitate the achievement of the goals of divine policy.
5- Conclusion
The personality traits of the Imam, including courage, certainty, firmness, honesty, justice and self-sacrifice, can be clearly seen in dealing with the usurping Zionist regime. The Imam's extensive material and spiritual support for Palestine and the militant movements inside and outside Palestine, throughout his entire life, reflects his purposefulness and steadfastness in achieving the goal, which is considered one of the outstanding characteristics of great leaders, in such a way that the Imam (may Allah have mercy on him) conveyed the importance of this issue to the Muslims following his line inside and outside Iran, that the fight against tyranny is the same as the fight against the occupation of Palestine. Therefore, examining the Palestinian issue without examining the personality and thoughts of Imam Khomeini regarding Palestine will not be possible, and the discussion about Palestine and Imam Khomeini is, in fact, talking about the interests of the Muslims of the world and the struggle on the path of uprising and freedom. Only a perfect human being and a great leader can, in addition to fighting for his own society, possess such comprehensiveness that he strives for the salvation of the entire Islamic Ummah.
Reviewing the dimensions and components of his personality from the perspective of the theory of great male leadership will make today's and tomorrow's generations of our society more familiar with the outstanding characteristics of this great leader and introduce him as a healthy and complete human being and a model for humanity. Imam Khomeini's moral and personality components such as courage, optimism, intellectuality, power of reason and wisdom, creativity, attracting people's trust, purposeful order and timing, self-sacrifice, justice, honesty, self-restraint and comprehensiveness of his personality have introduced him to the world as a model of a great man in history.
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The analysis of the personality of political leaders is one of the main axes in political psychology. The purpose of this article is to explain the nature and political behavior of Imam Khomeini's leadership and the reason for his profound influence on political developments in order to reach a correct understanding. . Therefore, this study seeks to psychologically analyze the personality traits and characteristics of Imam Khomeini with the help of the great man theory. . Personality traits are specific and distinct patterns of thinking, emotion, and behavior that determine the personal style of interaction of an individual with his social and material environment. Personality traits imply stability in personality. Therefore, the psychological analysis of personality traits is based on the belief that each individual has his own personality traits that can be defined and distinguished from others by those traits. Traits are aspects of personality that are relatively stable over time, vary among individuals, are relatively stable in relation to changing situations, and affect behavior. In this regard, Imam Khomeini's moral and personality components, such as courage, optimism, intellectuality, power of reason and wisdom, creativity, gaining public trust, purposeful order and scheduling, selflessness, justice, honesty, self-control, and comprehensiveness of personality, have introduced him to the world as a model of a great man in history.
2- Research Questions
The main question of this research is that, considering the "great man theory" and the prominent traits of Imam Khomeini in his political lifestyle, how did the "invention of word formation in political discourse" contribute to the establishment and preservation of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the awakening of the Palestinian people in his behavior and political life, which is evident in his dealings with the Zionist regime?
3- Methodology
Adopting a systematic methodology and designing a roadmap ensures the quality and credibility of each research effort. The present research was conducted with a qualitative approach and related methods. The main method of this research, considering its theoretical nature, is descriptive-analytical and was carried out using data conceptualization and qualitative and content analysis. Its aim is to provide knowledge, new insight, a real picture and a guide to action in response to the main research question.
4- Results and Findings
The results of the present study show that Imam Khomeini's moral and personality components such as courage, optimism, intellectuality, power of reasoning and wisdom, creativity, attracting public trust, purposeful order and scheduling, self-sacrifice, justice, honesty, self-restraint and comprehensiveness of personality have introduced him to the world as a model of a great man in history who has awakened the Palestinian people who show themselves in dealing with the Zionist regime. And the culture that the Imam founded with the innovative use of this special and purposeful wording was considered an example of providing a new solution to overcome the challenges of the Islamic world and oppressed nations. It was also considered to be a kind of establishment of a new and special global structure and system to facilitate the achievement of the goals of divine policy.
5- Conclusion
The personality traits of the Imam, including courage, certainty, firmness, honesty, justice and self-sacrifice, can be clearly seen in dealing with the usurping Zionist regime. The Imam's extensive material and spiritual support for Palestine and the militant movements inside and outside Palestine, throughout his entire life, reflects his purposefulness and steadfastness in achieving the goal, which is considered one of the outstanding characteristics of great leaders, in such a way that the Imam (may Allah have mercy on him) conveyed the importance of this issue to the Muslims following his line inside and outside Iran, that the fight against tyranny is the same as the fight against the occupation of Palestine. Therefore, examining the Palestinian issue without examining the personality and thoughts of Imam Khomeini regarding Palestine will not be possible, and the discussion about Palestine and Imam Khomeini is, in fact, talking about the interests of the Muslims of the world and the struggle on the path of uprising and freedom. Only a perfect human being and a great leader can, in addition to fighting for his own society, possess such comprehensiveness that he strives for the salvation of the entire Islamic Ummah.
Reviewing the dimensions and components of his personality from the perspective of the theory of great male leadership will make today's and tomorrow's generations of our society more familiar with the outstanding characteristics of this great leader and introduce him as a healthy and complete human being and a model for humanity. Imam Khomeini's moral and personality components such as courage, optimism, intellectuality, power of reason and wisdom, creativity, attracting people's trust, purposeful order and timing, self-sacrifice, justice, honesty, self-restraint and comprehensiveness of his personality have introduced him to the world as a model of a great man in history.
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Keywords: Psychological analysis, personality traits, Imam Khomeini, Great Man Theory, Palestine, Israel
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Received: 2026/05/31 | Accepted: 2026/09/21 | Published: 2026/10/13
Received: 2026/05/31 | Accepted: 2026/09/21 | Published: 2026/10/13
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