“The King fears only God”: King Abdullah II’s words move Jordanians

In his Speech from the Throne inaugurating the second ordinary session of the 20th Parliament, His Majesty King Abdullah II delivered a message that deeply moved Jordanians, blending faith, leadership, and humanity in one defining moment.

While most attention during Throne Speeches often falls on political and economic priorities, this year, one emotional passage captured the hearts of Jordanians. It came when His Majesty paused to speak candidly about leadership, responsibility, and faith:

• “Some of you may wonder: How does the King feel? Is the King ever concerned? Yes, the King may feel concern, but he fears only God. He fears nothing else, for he has the unconditional support and strength of Jordanians. This, praise be to God, is the most valuable asset a leader can have.”

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The King’s words — “he fears only God” — quickly resonated across the nation, interpreted not as an expression of fear, but as a declaration of courage, faith, and trust in the Jordanian people.

By acknowledging that “the King may feel concern,” His Majesty humanized the weight of leadership, showing empathy and transparency rarely seen at such levels of power. Yet his immediate reassurance — that fear belongs only to God — underscored a steadfast belief in divine guidance and national unity.

He continued, praising Jordanians as the nation’s true source of strength:

• “Yes, Jordanians, who are the guardians of their homeland, who open their doors to shelter the weak and answer the call of those in need.
  Jordanians, who learn, to teach others, who sow, to nourish, who excel, and raise our standing high among other nations.”

The speech struck a powerful chord with citizens and officials alike, interpreted as both a message of reassurance and a renewal of the bond between the King and his people.

Analysts described it as a defining moment in the address, one that bridged leadership and nationhood through humility, faith, and mutual trust.

As the King concluded his remarks, he reaffirmed Jordan’s resilience amid regional turmoil and its commitment to stand by the people of Gaza:

• “Today, we stand witness to the tragedy endured by our brothers and sisters in Gaza, who continue to persevere. To them we say: We stand with you as brothers, supporting you with all that we can.
  And we will continue to send relief aid and to provide essential medical services on the ground.”

With this speech, King Abdullah II once again emphasized the foundation of his leadership, faith in God and faith in Jordanians, sending a message that Jordan’s strength lies in unity, belief, and enduring resolve.