Al-Farouk Omar Ibn Al-Khattab:The second caliph

In this book, the author spared no effort in presenting the
biography of Omar Ibn Al-Khattab, Al-Farouk, who was the best choice for the caliphate
after Abu Bakr, and as history has shown he accomplished a great service to
Islam and Muslims. He was an example of a just ruler and skilful politician. He
was a Muslim that adhered to his religion while being at the centre of command
of the Muslim armies in Persia, Al-Sham and Egypt. He directed the plans for
the commanders and sent soldiers out to battle while maintaining his   righteous character; he was never biased or
unjust towards anyone. He was a self-contained, wise and firm leader. He fought
corruption, defended human rights and worked to help the poor. He would often visit
people during night so that he could listen to their complaints   in order to help the needy. This made him
able to strive for social justice for the oppressed. Omar was well aware that
he would be held responsible on the Day of Judgment for the welfare of the
Muslim community under his caliphate. He is known to have even cooked and
carried food to hungry people and would stay with them until   they ate their fill. He sympathized with
abandoned children as well and allocated money for their nursing, raising and
housing.   Omar was also concerned about
the Muslims of distant lands. He would ask his commanders to describe the
countries and battlefields they had come across and would ask everyone passing
by about the news of wars outside. He personally travelled to Al-Quds in
Palestine to come to terms with the rulers there.