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Hakam & Adl: The One to Unify the Ummah 16 practically as well. Hence, this is the definition of a Truthful One ( Siddeeq ); such a person must possess within themselves such level of truth and sincerity ( Sidq ). ’ 4 Then, whilst describing the qualities and status of Hazrat Umar ra , the Promised Messiah ra stated on one occasion: ‘Are you aware of the lofty rank of Hazrat Umar ra amongst the Companions? It was to the extent that at times the Holy Qur’an would be revealed and it would be in accordance to the opinion he held. Furthermore, there is a Hadith in praise of him that Satan would flee from the shadow of Umar ra. Likewise, there is another Hadith that if there were to be a prophet after the Holy Prophet s as , it would be Hazrat Umar ra. Thirdly, there is the Hadith, “ Muhaddath [recipient of Divine revelations] have appeared amongst my people before you. If there was such a person among my people, it is Umar ra. ”’ 5