The statement said early on Monday that the respected cleric devoted his life to deep scholarship, sustained academic efforts, and the preservation and advancement of authentic Islamic jurisprudence.
It also highlighted his endeavours to promote Islamic teachings, safeguard the foundations of Shiism, and serve the Iranian nation with sincerity and concern.
The statement offered condolences over his death to Imam Mahdi, the seminaries, the people of Iran, and followers of religious authority around the world.
It added that details of the funeral and burial ceremonies would be announced later.
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