Episode 46

Omar Ibn Al Khattab (ra): The Opening of Jerusalem | The Firsts | Dr. Omar Suleiman

About this lecture

In this powerful lecture from "The Firsts" series, Dr. Omar Suleiman traces the full history of Jerusalem — from the Persian massacre of 614 CE through the Byzantine reconquest — and arrives at the momentous opening of Al-Quds under Umar ibn Al-Khattab (ra). He details how Umar traveled alone in a patched, mud-covered garment to receive the keys of Jerusalem, the historic Pact of Umar guaranteeing rights for Christians and Jews, and the deeply emotional reunion of the Sahaba culminating in Bilal's adhan in Al-Aqsa. The lecture closes with a moving reflection on the religious significance of Al-Masjid Al-Aqsa and a heartfelt du'a for its liberation.