Lives of Sahaba 19 - Umar b. Al-Khattab 8 - Ruling over Non-Muslims & his Death - Yasir Qadhi

In this video, Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi discusses Umar ibn al‑Khattab’s rule over non‑Muslims, the conditions he imposed on the Ahle‑Kitab, and his death. He explains that Umar’s time was the first instance of a large group of non‑Muslims being governed by a caliph, and that the conditions—such as allowing existing places of worship but prohibiting new ones, forbidding public shirk, and restricting criticism of Muslims—were not derived from hadith but from historical context. Qadhi argues that these conditions were progressive for their time, ensuring freedom of religion and security for minority communities, and that they are not binding to the entire Muslim community. He also recounts Umar’s final days, including his premonition of death, his last sermon, the attack by a Persian slave, his final advice on prayer, and his burial wishes. The video provides a concise biography of Umar and his legacy.