Umar: Man 0f right and might. Omar Ibn al-Khattab, al-Farouk, the second orthodox Caliph, for
whom may Allah’s good pleasure is prayed, is truly the strongman who helped Islam extend to an extensive area in the world. During his Caliphate,Islamic fighters conquered the two great powers of Persia and Rome, and the banners of Islam were hoisted high in Asia, Africa and the Mediterranean… He was the fair caliph whose rule prevailed in justice and decisiveness and whose care for people was infinite. Omar disliked favoritism and bias and showed ability to rule in a right and fair manner. He was lenient when matters required leniency and decisive and strong when things needed to be dealt with so. lt is known that he rejected gifts even for his wife.And he punished the treasurer for he had presented his wife (A’teka) a
simple gift!!! The Messenger of Allah, to whom may Allah’s Blessings and peace be
granted, told hirn: «Even Satan fears you Omar. Allah, to whom belong might and majesty, hath responded to the supplication of the Prophet, to whom may Allah’s Blessings and peace be
granted, and supported Islam by Ornar Ibn al-Khattab. The Prophet besought Allah, Be He exalted.
As for taking care of Moslems, Omar was known for spending the night in worshipping and walking around in Medina to inspect the conditions of Moslems people. He repeatedly worked for solving the
problems of Moslems and helped the needy; poor families, women,children and elderly.
AI Farouk Omar Ibn AI Khattab The Second Caliph
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