The Martyrdom of Umar ibn al-Khaṭṭāb

A chronicle of ʿUmar ibn al-Khaṭṭāb's martyrdom primarily rooted in the authentic traditions from historical sources. This chronicle serves to not only illustrate the significance of his sorrowful martyrdom, but also to provide insight into ʿUmar's leadership, character and merits. It can serve as the precursor to other chronicles that will cover ensuing events that altered the course of Islamic history.