Hazrat Umer Farooq (Radi ALLAH Anho)
Hazrat Umar (RA) was the second caliph of Islam who born in 580 A.D almost 10 years younger than Holy Prophet (SAW). He (RA) was among a few educated people of Makkah at that time. In his youth, He (RA) was physically strong & was considered to be as a proven wrestler. He (RA) accepted Islam when he was actually going to kill (God forbidden) Hazrat Muhammad (SAW) but after listening to the recitation of Quranic Verses in the house of his sister, he acknowledged the Ayahs as true & embraced Islam at the hands of Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW). Due to his extraordinary ability of fairness, the Apostle of Allah (PBUH) gave him the title of Al-Farooq (the one who distinguishes between right & wrong).
Hazrat Umar (RA) led a simple life with truthfulness & honesty. During his caliphate, He (RA) conquer many nations, opened Jerusalem & paved roads for Muslims in Medina. The major contributions Hazrat Umar Farooq (RA) include implementation of peace & justice in Muslim society, the formation of Bait-ul-Maal for maintenance & provision of finances & he was also known to start the Islamic calendar during his rule. He remained caliph for 10 years died in 644 A.D. Hazrat Umar (RA) was also buried alongside Prophet Muhammad (SAW) as it was his wish.
The 2nd Caliph of Islam
Whoever hates Umar hates me. Whoever loves Umar loves me.
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