What title was given to Umar by the Islamic prophet Muhammad?
Al-Fārūq
Al-Walīd
Al-Mu'min
Al-Hakam
Answer
Umar was given the title Al-Fārūq by the Islamic prophet Muhammad. This title means "the one who distinguishes (between right and wrong)" and highlights Umar's pious and just nature.
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