Imam Khomeini viewed happiness in light of moral and spiritual happiness that was subject to man's action and acquisition.

It is clear from the Imam's perspective that political, social, ideological and moral dimensions as well as spiritual journey, particularly mystical journey, and elevated moral qualities occupy a lofty standing with the Imam. 

In this path; that is, traversing the path of 'idalah and attaining happiness, Divine awe and piety, sincere intention, Divine motivation, presence of the heart, purity in action, inclination of heart and faring upon the spiritual journey have a primary and fundamental role.

Also, in this respect, Imam Khomeini laid special stress on the purification of the soul and the realization of 'idalah in this struggle, that is, the "greater Jihad", because all problems and difficulties encountered by human beings stem from uprising for personal interests, profiteering, selfishness, egoism and worldliness.

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Imam Khomeini stressed performing virtuous deeds for sake of God