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AMMAN — Minister of Culture Mustafa Rawashdeh said that the Jordanian flag represents a powerful symbol of the nation’s history, present, and future, embodying the values of determination and national pride.
In a statement to The Jordan Times, he said that the flag reflects the historical continuity of the state, linking modern Jordan to its roots through colors inspired by Arab-Islamic heritage, the Great Arab Revolt, and Hashemite leadership.
Rawashdeh added that the celebration of Jordan’s National Flag Day on April 16 enhances national belonging.
As part of the “Our Flag is High” campaign, nationwide events are scheduled to be held, including a unified flag-raising at 12:00 noon across all governorates.
Evening celebrations at 8:30pm will feature leading Jordanian artists, including Omar Abdallat in Amman and Diana Karazon in Aqaba, alongside performances in Irbid, Zarqa and Karak.
Screen broadcasts of the celebrations will also be available in several locations across the Kingdom.
The Jordanian flag, in its current form, was adopted in 1922. Its shape and colours are inspired by the banner of the Great Arab Revolt, and it includes references to the banners of Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, the Umayyad state, the Fatimid state, and the Hashemites.
The heptagram at the centre of the chevron symbolises the seven verses of Surat Al Fatiha, the opening chapter of the Holy Quran.
