Imagine an alternate timeline, much like George Bailey’s in It’s a Wonderful Life, where Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini was never born.

ran is home to a deeply complex, diverse society with layers of identity that extend far beyond state politics. Iranians are culturally Persian, religiously diverse within Shia Islam, and have long engaged with Western ideas and values.

In this analysis, I want to unpack the historical and theological roots of Islamic imperialism and set them against the founding of Israel.

This article is not merely a defense of Israel; it explores the deeper truths underpinning the Jewish state's existence, resilience, and role in historical and contemporary global dynamics.

As I explored Muhammad's life through a psychological lens, particularly his sensitivity to rejection, I began to see how his personal experiences influenced his decisions and the development of an entire religious tradition.

This article will delve deeply into why Khomeini’s vision has unraveled and why it matters in today’s geopolitical context.

From a Christian evangelical perspective, Khomeini’s framework presents profound theological and ethical concerns, particularly regarding the fusion of religious and political authority, the suppression of individual freedom, and the consequences of human fallibility in governance.

Bernard Lewis, one of the most influential historians of Islam and the Middle East, offered a comprehensive and evolving analysis of Islamic antisemitism throughout his career.