Hoj. Engoy said, “The Resistance Front is a living movement based on a way of thinking that does not end with the martyrdom of its leaders.”
Referring to the importance of the Imam Reza Global Congress, he stated, “The thoughts of the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution are derived from the school of the Ahl al-Bayt (AS), particularly the teachings of Imam Reza (AS). The martyred Leader always sought to explain these teachings and present a model of the path of truth and justice for the people of Iran and people around the world.”
Recalling the martyred Leader’s emphasis on Islamic unity, the Congolese thinker added, “His aim in promoting unity was to create a synergistic force based on commonalities. Just as Imam Reza (AS) engaged in scholarly debates with followers of different religions during his lifetime, the martyred Leader sought to build a front capable of confronting oppression and strengthening the power of resistance.”
Hoj. Engoy said, “Imam Reza (AS) demonstrated that power should not be used for personal interests, as he accepted the position of crown prince only on the condition that he would not interfere in government affairs. The martyred Leader of the revolution also consistently defined power as serving Islam and the interests of the people, and he was a source of refuge for people in their most difficult circumstances.”
He stated, “The issue of human dignity, which is the focus of this congress, reminds us of the conduct of Imam Reza (AS), who called everyone toward the truth. As stated in a tradition attributed to him: ‘If people knew the beauty of our words, the Ahl al-Bayt (AS), they would follow us.’”
The congress guest noted, “Resistance is not a military movement; rather, it is a ‘way of life’ and a ‘way of thinking.’ If resistance had disappeared with the martyrdom of its leaders, there would be no trace of resistance movements in Palestine today.”
Hoj. Engoy further stated, “Recent events have provided an opportunity for a better understanding of Iran and the Resistance Front. People around the world have now realized that Iran is a country that stands on the path of truth and against oppression. This awareness has even reached remote parts of Africa and has generated public support for Iran’s positions.”
Concluding his remarks, he stressed, “This power stems from monotheistic and human-centered thought that knows no borders and cannot be eliminated through weapons or siege.”