From which ancestor does the lineage of Hazrat Umar (R.A.) connect with that of the Holy Prophet (PBUH)?

Explanation

The genealogical link between Hazrat Umar (R.A.) and the Holy Prophet (PBUH) is traced through Ka'b bin Luwayy, who is the 7th ancestor of the Prophet (PBUH) and the 8th ancestor of Hazrat Umar (R.A.). Both belong to the Quraysh tribe, but their lines diverge after Ka'b — the Prophet (PBUH) descends through Murrah, Qusayy, and Abd Manaf, while Hazrat Umar (R.A.) descends through a different branch. This makes them distant cousins united at Ka'b bin Luwayy.

Good to know

The common ancestor Ka'b bin Luwayy is a significant figure in Qurayshi genealogy. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) belonged to the Banu Hashim clan, while Hazrat Umar (R.A.) belonged to the Banu Adi clan of the Quraysh. Their lineages meet at Ka'b, making this a well-known fact in Islamic history often tested in exams. The full lineage of the Prophet (PBUH) is: Muhammad bin Abdullah bin Abdul Muttalib bin Hashim bin Abd Manaf bin Qusayy bin Kilab bin Murrah bin Ka'b bin Luwayy.

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