Biography of 'Umar ibn Al-Khattaab (2 Vol. Set)

About This Set

This 2-volume biography covers the life of 'Umar ibn al-Khattab (may Allah be pleased with him), the second Caliph of Islam, whose life began in the Jahiliyyah and ended in the early golden age of Islam.

The book explains the principles by which 'Umar governed, among them mutual consultation, justice, equality among people, and respect for freedoms. It also describes the society of his time and how he dealt with the challenges it faced. Readers see a leader who stayed closely involved in public affairs, consulted scholars and experts before major decisions, and felt answerable to Allah for everyone under his rule, including soldiers, women, children, non-Muslims, and animals.

What's Inside

• The principles behind 'Umar's government: consultation, justice, equality, and freedom
• The social structure of his era and how he resolved its problems
• His leadership qualities and personal character

Who It's For

• Readers interested in leadership and governance in Islam
• Students of early Islamic history
• Anyone who wants a detailed biography of the second Caliph

Book Details

• Volumes: 2