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Umar (RA) introduced the ______ calendar and ordered that it should be counted from the first year of Hijrah.
Umar (RA) introduced the ______ calendar and ordered that it should be counted from the first year of Hijrah.
Islamic
He constructed rest houses for ______.
He constructed rest houses for ______.
wayfarers
Umar (RA) was the first Muslim to mint the Islamic ______ in the year 18 AH.
Umar (RA) was the first Muslim to mint the Islamic ______ in the year 18 AH.
currency
He founded new cities such as ______, Basra and Fustat.
He founded new cities such as ______, Basra and Fustat.
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The meaning of Ijtihaad broadened resulting in new forms of legal procedures such as ______ (consensus).
The meaning of Ijtihaad broadened resulting in new forms of legal procedures such as ______ (consensus).
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He started the practice of praying ______ in congregation during his caliphate.
He started the practice of praying ______ in congregation during his caliphate.
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Umar expanded the Sacred Mosque in ______.
Umar expanded the Sacred Mosque in ______.
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Saad was commanded by Umar to encamp at ______, a town 45 kilometers from Kufa.
Saad was commanded by Umar to encamp at ______, a town 45 kilometers from Kufa.
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He stressed ______ education and promoted it for women.
He stressed ______ education and promoted it for women.
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Saad sent an envoy of fourteen people to the court of ______ with a message.
Saad sent an envoy of fourteen people to the court of ______ with a message.
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The Persian army, led by ______, came out with a huge army of about 60,000 strong men.
The Persian army, led by ______, came out with a huge army of about 60,000 strong men.
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Muslims again offered a ______ agreement to the Persians and gave them 3 days.
Muslims again offered a ______ agreement to the Persians and gave them 3 days.
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Upon hearing the call to prayer (Azan), Rustum lamented, 'It feels as if ______ has eaten my liver!'.
Upon hearing the call to prayer (Azan), Rustum lamented, 'It feels as if ______ has eaten my liver!'.
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On the first day known as the ______, Saad commanded his army to advance after reciting verses from Surah Anfal.
On the first day known as the ______, Saad commanded his army to advance after reciting verses from Surah Anfal.
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The Persian army used ______, which caused panic in Muslim ranks.
The Persian army used ______, which caused panic in Muslim ranks.
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On the second day known as the ______, reinforcement of a thousand men arrived under the leadership of Qa’qa Al Tamimi.
On the second day known as the ______, reinforcement of a thousand men arrived under the leadership of Qa’qa Al Tamimi.
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Umar (RA) was attacked by the slave of ______.
Umar (RA) was attacked by the slave of ______.
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Umar (RA) passed away at the age of ______.
Umar (RA) passed away at the age of ______.
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Suhaib bin Sinan (RA) led the funeral prayer between the Prophet (SAW)'s pulpit and his ______.
Suhaib bin Sinan (RA) led the funeral prayer between the Prophet (SAW)'s pulpit and his ______.
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Umar (RA) ruled for ______ and a half years before his assassination.
Umar (RA) ruled for ______ and a half years before his assassination.
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Umar (RA) nominated a board of six leading ______ to elect a new caliph.
Umar (RA) nominated a board of six leading ______ to elect a new caliph.
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Ayesha (RA) granted permission for Umar (RA) to be buried next to ______.
Ayesha (RA) granted permission for Umar (RA) to be buried next to ______.
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Umar (RA) was martyred on a ______ with three or four days remaining of Dhul Hijjah.
Umar (RA) was martyred on a ______ with three or four days remaining of Dhul Hijjah.
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Umar (RA) expressed a desire that his ______ would counterbalance his shortcomings.
Umar (RA) expressed a desire that his ______ would counterbalance his shortcomings.
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Saad bin Abi Waqas sent an army under command of ______ to face the Persians at Jalula.
Saad bin Abi Waqas sent an army under command of ______ to face the Persians at Jalula.
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The siege of Jalula lasted for ______ months.
The siege of Jalula lasted for ______ months.
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Muslims advanced to ______, where Yazdegerd was staying and later captured the city.
Muslims advanced to ______, where Yazdegerd was staying and later captured the city.
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The Battle of Nahawanad took place in ______ A.H (642 A.D).
The Battle of Nahawanad took place in ______ A.H (642 A.D).
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The Persians were commanded by ______ at the Battle of Nahawanad.
The Persians were commanded by ______ at the Battle of Nahawanad.
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Muslim forces numbered ______ men in the Battle of Nahawanad.
Muslim forces numbered ______ men in the Battle of Nahawanad.
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The victory at Nahawanad was known as ______, meaning the Victory of Victories.
The victory at Nahawanad was known as ______, meaning the Victory of Victories.
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The battle resulted in the death of Firuzan along with ______ Persians.
The battle resulted in the death of Firuzan along with ______ Persians.
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The battle of Al-Saqqatiyya occurred in the city called ______.
The battle of Al-Saqqatiyya occurred in the city called ______.
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Bahman Jazavia was a renowned commander sent by ______.
Bahman Jazavia was a renowned commander sent by ______.
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The standard granted by Rustam to Bahman Jazavia was called the ______.
The standard granted by Rustam to Bahman Jazavia was called the ______.
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The battle took place by the bank of the river ______.
The battle took place by the bank of the river ______.
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Muslims were advised to ask the Persians to cross the ______.
Muslims were advised to ask the Persians to cross the ______.
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Muslims faced trained Persian ______ that frightened their horses.
Muslims faced trained Persian ______ that frightened their horses.
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Abu Ubaid ordered the army to dismount and ______.
Abu Ubaid ordered the army to dismount and ______.
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To combat the elephants, Muslims attempted to cut their saddle ______.
To combat the elephants, Muslims attempted to cut their saddle ______.
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Umar (RA) signed the treaty under which the inhabitants of Jerusalem were guaranteed complete security of their life and property along with the agreement to pay ______.
Umar (RA) signed the treaty under which the inhabitants of Jerusalem were guaranteed complete security of their life and property along with the agreement to pay ______.
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Amr bin Al-Aas knew that the common people of Egypt were living in miserable conditions under the ______ rulers.
Amr bin Al-Aas knew that the common people of Egypt were living in miserable conditions under the ______ rulers.
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The conquest of Egypt would open the way to large parts of ______.
The conquest of Egypt would open the way to large parts of ______.
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Amr bin Al-Aas entered Egypt through the route of ______.
Amr bin Al-Aas entered Egypt through the route of ______.
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Zubayr bin Al Awwam was one of the four brilliant commanders who arrived to assist Amr bin Al-Aas after the siege at ______.
Zubayr bin Al Awwam was one of the four brilliant commanders who arrived to assist Amr bin Al-Aas after the siege at ______.
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The Byzantine emperor sent a big army to ______, the capital and financial center of the region.
The Byzantine emperor sent a big army to ______, the capital and financial center of the region.
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Amr bin Al-Aas was initially unable to make headway and had to request ______ from Madina.
Amr bin Al-Aas was initially unable to make headway and had to request ______ from Madina.
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After a ______-month long siege, Zubayr captured the fort by scaling the walls and opening the gates.
After a ______-month long siege, Zubayr captured the fort by scaling the walls and opening the gates.
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Study Notes
- Umar bin Al-Khattab was the second Caliph of Islam.
- Abu Bakr (RA) consulted the Shura (council) about the next Caliph and chose Umar (RA).
- Umar (RA) was known for his intelligence, strong will, and sense of justice, earning the title "al-Farooq" (the one who distinguishes between right and wrong).
- Some companions were apprehensive about Umar (RA)'s strict nature.
- Abu Bakr (RA) justified his choice, stating Umar (RA)'s strictness would subside with the responsibility of the caliphate.
- Umar (RA) took office on the day of Abu Bakr's death.
- He was given the title "Ameer al-Muminun," meaning "Commander of the Believers."
- Muslims swore allegiance (Bai'ah) to Umar (RA) in Madinah during Jamada-al-akhirah (634 CE).
- Umar (RA) expressed humility regarding the position, stating he did not desire it and wished the responsibility had fallen on someone else.
- Umar (RA) implemented several administrative reforms, enhancing living standards.
- He appointed qualified governors (wali), scrutinized their credentials and finances.
- Umar (RA) established administrative departments such as a board of inspection, revenues, military, judicial, police, and jails.
- The Bait-ul-maal was created to ensure safe government finances and control corruption.
- Umar (RA) implemented a financial system (Dewa'n) to record all revenues and expenditures, distributing remaining funds to deserving citizens.
- He introduced an old-age pension system and supported the poor, regardless of religion.
- Umar (RA) focused on education, building schools, mosques and constructing canals for irrigation.
- He introduced the Islamic calendar, with Muharram as the first month and established Islamic currency.
- He fostered religious tolerance, letting non-Muslims follow their religious laws.
- He forbade soldiers from acquiring land in conquered territories and distributed unused land.
- Umar's reign experienced significant expansion with various battles.
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This quiz delves into the life and contributions of Umar bin Al-Khattab, the second Caliph of Islam. Explore his rise to power, leadership qualities, and significant reforms that shaped the early Islamic state. Test your knowledge on this influential figure in Islamic history.
