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Jerusalem (Al-Quds), Palestine

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.

Friday, 31st July 2026 · Details last verified 31 July 2026

Quick Answer

Jummah (Friday prayer) at Masjid Umar ibn al-Khattab (Jerusalem) in Jerusalem (Al-Quds), Palestine is held at 12:15 PM. The mosque is located at Christian Quarter, Old City, Jerusalem. Today's Jerusalem (Al-Quds) prayer times — Fajr through Isha — are shown below, updated daily by Global Prayer Times.

Jerusalem (Al-Quds) prayer times today

Begins = start of each prayer window for Jerusalem (Al-Quds). Each mosque sets its own iqamah (congregation) — usually 10–30 minutes later.

🌅
Fajr
04:22
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Sunrise
05:54
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Dhuhr
12:46
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Asr
16:26
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Maghrib
19:37
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Isha
21:03

Palestine official method · Updated Friday, 31st July 2026

Fajr

04:22

Sunrise

05:54

Dhuhr

12:46

Asr

16:26

Maghrib

19:37

Isha

21:03

About 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).

Address
Christian Quarter, Old City, Jerusalem
Founded
638
Jummah
12:15 PM

Facilities

  • Women's prayer area

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, Jerusalem (Al-Quds), Palestine.
What time is Jummah at Masjid Umar ibn al-Khattab (Jerusalem)?
Jummah at Masjid Umar ibn al-Khattab (Jerusalem) is typically at 12:15 PM. Confirm with the mosque before attending, especially on public holidays.
What are daily prayer times at Masjid Umar ibn al-Khattab (Jerusalem)?
Daily prayer times at Masjid Umar ibn al-Khattab (Jerusalem) follow the Jerusalem (Al-Quds) timetable on this page — Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib and Isha calculated for Palestine. Mosque iqamah times are usually 10–30 minutes after the begins time.
What is the 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).
Is there a women's prayer area at Masjid Umar ibn al-Khattab (Jerusalem)?
Yes, Masjid Umar ibn al-Khattab (Jerusalem) has a dedicated women's prayer area. Contact the mosque to confirm arrangements.
Is there parking at Masjid Umar ibn al-Khattab (Jerusalem)?
Parking availability near Masjid Umar ibn al-Khattab (Jerusalem) varies by location in Jerusalem (Al-Quds). Check with the mosque directly or use local street parking / public transport where available.

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