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What did Umar say when the Prophet died?

Published in Islamic History 1 min read

When the Prophet Muhammad died, Umar famously declared, "He has not died but rather he has gone to his lord just as Moses went, remaining absent from his people for forty nights after which he has returned to them." He vowed to strike the head of anyone who claimed Muhammad was dead. This illustrates the initial disbelief and shock within the Muslim community at the Prophet's passing.

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