Explanation

• Hazrat Umar (R.A) embraced Islam in 616 AD at the age of 32 years.
• This was the 6th year of Prophethood (6 Nabvi).
• He accepted Islam after hearing verses of Surah Taha.
• He later became the second Caliph (634–644 AD).

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Explanation

• Departments established: Finance (Bait-ul-Mal), Education, Police system (Shurta)
• Caliphate period: 634–644 AD
• 2nd Caliph of Islam: Hazrat Umar (RA)
• Key system: Bait-ul-Mal (Public Treasury)
• Governance style: Strong administrative reforms

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Explanation

• Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA) established the system of Bait-ul-Mal.
• He appointed Abdullah ibn Masud (RA) as its custodian.
• Bait-ul-Mal means the House of Wealth / Public Treasury.
• It was used to manage Islamic state finances.
• This system ensured fair distribution of resources.

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Explanation

• Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA) declared the Nile River as Sayed ul Anhar (Chief of Rivers).
• This happened during his caliphate (634–644 AD).
• The Nile River was highly valued for its importance to Egypt.
• Length of Nile River: ~6650 km
• Origin: Lake Victoria (East-Central Africa)

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Explanation

Explanation

• The keys of Jerusalem were handed over to Hazrat Umar (RA).
• This event happened after the peaceful conquest of the city in 16 AH (637 AD).
• The city surrendered without major bloodshed.
• Hazrat Umar (RA) personally traveled to accept the keys.

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Explanation

• The Plague of Amwas and severe famine occurred during the caliphate of Hazrat Umar (RA).
• The plague spread in Syria around 18 AH (639 AD).
• It caused the death of many صحابہ (Companions).
• A severe famine also struck Arabia during the same period.
• The plague is also called “Year of Ashes” due to drought and hardship.

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Explanation

• After many Huffaz were martyred in battles, Quran compilation was needed.
• At Hazrat Umar (RA) request, Hazrat Abu Bakr (RA) assigned this task to Hazrat Zaid bin Thabit (RA).
• He carefully collected Quranic verses from written and memorized sources.
• This compilation was done after the Battle of Yamama.
• It ensured the preservation of the Holy Quran.

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Explanation

• Hazrat Umar instructed the committee to reach a consensus within three days,
• Before his passing in 23 AH (644 CE), he appointed a six-member committee (Shura) 

The Members:

1. Hazrat Ali,
2. Hazrat Uthman,
3. Hazrat Talha,
4. Hazrat Zubair,
5. Hazrat Abdul Rahman bin Auf, 
6. Hazrat Saad bin Abi Waqqas

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Explanation

• Umar ibn al-Khattab, was martyred after Fajr prayer
• Martyred on 24 A.H 1st Muharram 
• At the age of 60-61 years.
• The second Rashidun caliph
• Ruling from August 634 until his assassination in 644.
• father-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad SAW.
• First Muslim to openly pray at the Kaaba.
• Participated in nearly all battles.
• Embraced Islam in 616 AD (6th Nabvi) at about 32 years old, after hearing verses from Surah Taha.

Last updated 07-O4-2026