King, Crown Prince receive cables on occasion of Hijri New Year

AMMAN — His Majesty King Abdullah has received cables of well wishes on the occasion of the Hijri New Year. HRH Crown Prince Hussein received similar cables on the occasion.

In the cables, the senders highlighted the importance of the Hijra — the immigration of Prophet Mohammad, to Medina Munawara — which paved the way for spreading the message of Islam and establishing a state rooted in moderation and equality.

They also commended King Abdullah’s efforts in highlighting the values of harmony, moderation, and solidarity as promoted by Islam, according to a Royal Court statement.