How One Decision of Umar ibn Khattab Led to Karbala | Sheikh Mohammed al-Hilli

The video titled "Day 02 How One Decision of Umar ibn Khattab Led to Karbala" by Sheikh Mohammed al-Hilli discusses the historical events surrounding the plague of amwas, which took place close to Jerusalem in modern-day Palestine. This plague occurred 18 years after Hijra during the time of the second Khalifa, Umar ibn Khattab. The city of amwas was strategically significant as it served as a central hub for Roman soldiers.

Umar ibn Khattab appointed Abu Ubaidah as the commander of amwas, where the plague began to spread, causing many casualties. Umar initially ordered Abu Ubaidah to leave the city due to the outbreak, but Abu Ubaidah decided to stay, citing a Hadith from the Prophet Muhammad about not entering or leaving a plague-stricken area. Tragically, Abu Ubaidah and many others died due to the plague.