The reason you see and hear about how some of our martyrs fondly wished for martyrdom was that God had cast a light in their hearts. This light helped them see the truth. That is why they eagerly sought martyrdom. Martyr Soleimani used to say, “I am seeking martyrdom in the deserts. I am looking for it.” They threatened to kill him, to which he replied, “I am looking for it in the deserts, and you’re threatening me?”
Imam Khamenei
Oct. 30, 2022
