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Towers of devotion in the Desert: Umm ar-Rasas and the Stylite Monks

In the otherworldly landscape of the Jordanian desert lies Umm ar-Rasas, an archaeological site that preserves one of the most distinctive vestiges of asceticism in the ...

Jordan’s Sacred Legacy Travels to Assisi

This summer, the historic city of Assisi—long recognized for its cultural depth and spiritual atmosphere—became the host of the international traveling exhibition “Jordan: Dawn of Christianity.” Now open at ...

How to Experience the Jubilee in Jordan

The Christian Jubilee is fundamentally a spiritual journey. Established in the 14th century, it was envisioned as a time of reconciliation, forgiveness, and inner renewal. Every Holy Year, millions set out—physically and symbolically—toward ...

Jordan and the Jubilee: A Renewed Holy Land

For centuries, millions have undertaken a pilgrimage in search of meaning, reconciliation, or a fresh start. Among the many traditions that frame these journeys, the Christian Jubilee—dating back to the 14th century—marks a moment when time ...