now with ‘Umar’s conversion, the Muslims knew that it was likely to send the Quraysh in
jitters. They were particularly embittered on learning of ‘Umar’s conversion. The Muslims
were thus right in their reckoning for none of those who had embraced Islam in the past
made such a stir nor created such a tense excitement and impact as did that of ‘Umar’s.
‘Umar proclaimed his faith publicly. As soon as the Quraysh came know about, they drew
the sword against him but found the same person prepared to take the course. Ultimately,
with his inherent might, the people who valued their lives did not dare put up a clash with
‘Umar but decided rather to keep their hands off him. (Ibn Hisham, Vol. I, p. 349)