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Masjid Umar ibn al-Khattab (Jerusalem)

A historic mosque built on the spot where Caliph Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA) prayed after accepting the keys of Jerusalem in 638 CE, near the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in the Christian Quarter.

📍 Christian Quarter, Old City, Jerusalem 🏛️ Est. 638 🕌 Jummah: 12:15 PM ✓ Women's prayer area

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History of Masjid Umar ibn al-Khattab (Jerusalem)

Masjid Umar in Jerusalem commemorates the site where Caliph Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA) prayed after the Muslim conquest of Jerusalem in 638 CE. Patriarch Sophronius invited Umar to pray inside the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, but Umar declined to preserve the church as a Christian site, choosing to pray outside. A mosque was subsequently built on the spot where he prayed. The current structure dates largely from the Ayyubid period (12th century).

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Masjid Umar ibn al-Khattab (Jerusalem) located?
Masjid Umar ibn al-Khattab (Jerusalem) is located at Christian Quarter, Old City, Jerusalem.
What time is Jummah prayer at Masjid Umar ibn al-Khattab (Jerusalem)?
Jummah (Friday) prayers at Masjid Umar ibn al-Khattab (Jerusalem) are held at 12:15 PM. Times may change occasionally — it is recommended to confirm directly with the mosque.
What are the daily prayer times near Masjid Umar ibn al-Khattab (Jerusalem)?
Daily prayer times near Masjid Umar ibn al-Khattab (Jerusalem) follow the Jerusalem (Al-Quds) schedule. You can see today's live Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib and Isha times in the panel above, which are calculated for Jerusalem (Al-Quds), Palestine.
Why is Masjid Umar significant?
Masjid Umar marks the spot where Caliph Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA) prayed after accepting the keys of Jerusalem in 638 CE. He declined to pray inside the nearby Church of the Holy Sepulchre to ensure it remained a Christian place of worship — an act of religious tolerance celebrated by Muslims and Christians alike.

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