Omar ibn al-Khattab
Omar ibn al-Khattab, also known as Umar, was the second caliph of the Rashidun Caliphate, serving from 634 to 644 CE. He is renowned for his significant contributions to the Islamic state, including the establishment of an administrative system and the expansion of the caliphate into parts of the Byzantine and Sassanian empires. Omar was known for his strong leadership and justice, famously declaring that even the caliph should be held accountable. His era saw the compilation of the Quran and the introduction of various public welfare programs. Omar's legacy continues to influence Islamic governance and jurisprudence, and he is often remembered for his saying that 'the best way to defeat an enemy is to make him your friend.' His leadership style and reforms have left an indelible mark on Islamic history.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Saudi Arabia | 1 | 8.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 34,813,871 | 26,334 | $700,000 | 530$ |
| Totals | 1 | 34,813,871 | 26,334 | $700,000 | 530$ |
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Saudi Arabia:
Omar ibn al-Khattab is referenced for his definition of weakness, stating that 'the weak person is one who is unable to govern himself.'
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Tunisia:
He explained that Caliph Omar ibn al-Khattab had authorized the payment of Zakat al-Fitr in cash.
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Algeria:
Omar ibn al-Khattab is mentioned as having permitted the giving of Zakat al-Fitr in cash.
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Egypt:
Omar ibn al-Khattab is mentioned as having permitted the giving of Zakat al-Fitr in monetary value.
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Egypt:
Omar ibn al-Khattab is mentioned as having permitted the giving of Zakat al-Fitr in monetary value.
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Saudi Arabia:
Omar ibn al-Khattab was the just caliph who confronted the poet Al-Hutay'ah.
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Saudi Arabia:
Omar ibn al-Khattab is referenced in a story illustrating the consequences of negative speech.
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Egypt:
He mentioned that during the caliphate of Omar ibn al-Khattab, people were gathered to pray Taraweeh behind one imam.
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