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Who feared that Khalid's military fame could create a personality cult?
Umar
Ali ibn Abi Talib
Abu Bakr
Uthman ibn Affan
Answer
Umar, the second caliph, feared that Khalid's military fame could create a personality cult and thereby threaten the caliphate. In addition, Umar believed that Khalid was too proud and had become arrogant as a result of his victories. As a result, Umar dismissed Khalid from his position as commander of the Muslim army in 638.
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