King marks Hijri New Year, highlights lessons of patience, steadfastness

His Majesty King Abdullah II extended his greetings to the Arab and Islamic world on the occasion of the Hijri New Year, reflecting on the profound lessons of the Prophet Muhammad’s migration.

In a post shared on the platform X, the King stated, “We draw great lessons from the Hijra of the Prophet—of patience and steadfastness in upholding truth. We pray that God continues to bless our Arab and Islamic nations with goodness and peace.”

King Abdullah’s message underscores the spiritual significance of the Hijri New Year, which marks the beginning of the Islamic lunar calendar and commemorates the Prophet’s journey from Mecca to Medina—a pivotal moment in Islamic history symbolizing faith, resilience, and renewal.