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In which city did Umar become the first Muslim to openly pray at the Kaaba?

  • Mecca

  • Medina

  • Jerusalem

  • Damascus

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After converting to Islam in 616, Umar became the first Muslim to openly pray at the Kaaba in Mecca. This bold act demonstrated his commitment to the new faith and his courage in the face of potential opposition.
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