Some time ago, on September 14, 2026 [23 Shahrivar 1405], Alireza Bakhshi Iraj, a ten-year-old student living in Tehran, wrote a heartfelt letter to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution. In his letter, he expressed his affection and gratitude for the Leader's guidance and also presented him with a gift as a token of appreciation and as a contribution to helping the fighters of Islam.
The text of the student's letter was as follows:
In the Name of God
Salam, Agha.
My name is Alireza Bakhshi.
I am ten years old and live in Tehran.
To be honest, I don't know whether my letter will reach you or not.
I wish I could talk to you in person.
The truth is, we owe you so much for your guidance.
This money is also to thank you and to help the fighters of Islam.
Hoping to meet you,
Alireza Bakhshi Iraj
Shahrivar 23, 1405
[Sept. 14, 2026]P.S. Happy belated birthday!
The letter reached the Leader of the Islamic Revolution. In response to the student's expression of affection, Imam Sayyid Mojtaba Khamenei also wrote him a letter and, in turn, presented him with a gift.
The text of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution's response to the letter of Mr. Alireza Bakhshi Iraj is as follows:
In the Name of God, the Compassionate, the Merciful
To my dear friend, Mr. Alireza Bakhshi,
May God's peace, mercy, and blessings be upon you.
Thank you for your kind attention. Of course, this humble servant was born in the month of Esfand (late February/early March). In return, I offer you a gift. Although, it’s very little when considered beside your generosity. Please convey my greetings to your family.
Sayyid Mojtaba Khamenei
Mehr 19, 1405
[Oct. 11, 2026]P.S. You have a nice handwriting.
