Iran Before the 1979 Revolution: A Tapestry of Modernization, Tradition, and Turmoil

Religious leaders, particularly Ayatollah Khomeini, began to gain traction among the masses as they condemned the Shah's regime and its policies. Khomeini's messages resonated with those who felt marginalized by the rapid changes and the perceived moral decay of society. His calls for a return to Islamic values and governance found a receptive audience among various demographics, uniting them against a common adversary.