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Imam Khamenei’s message to the 31st National Prayer Conference

In a message to the 31st National Prayer Conference, Imam Khamenei commended the sincere efforts of Hujjat al-Islam wal-Muslimeen Muhsin Qara’ati. He also encouraged worshippers to perform their prayers on time and for them to maintain their focus and complete attention during their prayers so that their prayers may affect their hearts, souls, and actions both as individuals and in society. Imam Khamenei said that this is particularly important for the youth.

The text of the Leader’s message is as follows:

In the Name of God, the Compassionate, the Merciful

Praise God that this blessed series of Prayer Conferences has continued over the years, and the sincere endeavors of Mr. Qara’ati (may his blessings continue) have been fruitful. As anticipated, the Prayer Conferences have continued, and it is hoped that the blessings from them will continue.
My strong recommendation is first, to perform prayers at the beginning of their prescribed times, and second, to strive to maintain focus and presence of heart [during prayers]. The worshipper should remember that they are speaking to the Owner of the entire universe and the Master of the Day of Resurrection. Prayer that has these two features will affect the heart and soul of the worshipper and also their actions as individuals and in society. This recommendation is particularly important for the youth. It’s hoped that God will bestow success upon them in doing this.

May God’s greetings and mercy be upon you.

Sayyid Ali Khamenei

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