Christian Pilgrimage Sites in Jordan
وجهات من الحج المسيحي في الأردن
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This commemorative stamp set celebrates Jordan's rich Christian pilgrimage heritage, showcasing ten sacred sites that have drawn pilgrims for centuries. The stamps feature iconic locations including Umm Al-Jimal with its ancient Byzantine ruins, the ornate interior of a church in Anjara, Umm Ar-Rasas with its historic tower, Mount Nebo where Moses is said to have viewed the Promised Land, and the world-famous Treasury at Petra. Additional sites include the Baptism Site where Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist, the atmospheric caves of Madaba, the Prophet Elijah Shrine, the Roman columns of Umm Qays, and a church interior in Amman. Each stamp portrays a contemplative pilgrim figure silhouetted against these sacred landscapes, emphasizing the spiritual journey aspect of Christian pilgrimage. The set includes nine 30-piaster stamps and one 300-piaster souvenir sheet, designed by Maram Al-Mazahreh and printed by Super Star Press in Jordan. This issue reflects Jordan's commitment to promoting its diverse religious heritage and its role as a crucial destination for Christian pilgrims from around the world, highlighting the country's unique position in biblical history.
تحتفل هذه المجموعة التذكارية من الطوابع بتراث الأردن الغني في الحج المسيحي، وتعرض عشرة مواقع مقدسة جذبت الحجاج لقرون عديدة. تتضمن الطوابع مواقع أيقونية منها أم الجمال بآثارها البيزنطية القديمة، والتصميم الداخلي المزخرف لكنيسة في عنجرة، وأم الرصاص ببرجها التاريخي، وجبل نيبو حيث يُقال أن موسى شاهد الأرض المقدسة، والخزنة الشهيرة عالمياً في البتراء. تشمل المواقع الإضافية موقع المعمودية حيث عمد يوحنا المعمدان المسيح، وكهوف مادبا الأثرية، ومزار النبي إيليا، والأعمدة الرومانية في أم قيس، والتصميم الداخلي لكنيسة في عمان. تصور كل طابعة شخصية حاج متأملة في صورة ظلية على خلفية هذه المناظر المقدسة، مؤكدة على جانب الرحلة الروحية في الحج المسيحي. تعكس هذه الإصدارة التزام الأردن بتعزيز تراثه الديني المتنوع ودوره كوجهة حاسمة للحجاج المسيحيين من جميع أنحاء العالم.
| JS#: | P2025-01.01 |
| SG#: | Unlisted |
| SC#: | Unlisted |
| Color: | multicolored |
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| Issue Date: | 2025-01-19 |
| Description: |
Shows ancient stone arches at Umm Al-Jimal with a silhouetted pilgrim figure in prayer against a dramatic sky. |
| JS#: | P2025-01.02 |
| SG#: | Unlisted |
| SC#: | Unlisted |
| Color: | multicolored |
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| Issue Date: | 2025-01-19 |
| Description: |
Depicts the ornate interior of a church in Anjara with decorative chandeliers and a pilgrim figure in contemplation. |
| JS#: | P2025-01.03 |
| SG#: | Unlisted |
| SC#: | Unlisted |
| Color: | multicolored |
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| Issue Date: | 2025-01-19 |
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Features the historic tower at Umm Ar-Rasas with a pilgrim silhouette against the desert landscape. |
| JS#: | P2025-01.04 |
| SG#: | Unlisted |
| SC#: | Unlisted |
| Color: | indigo grey black |
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| Issue Date: | 2025-01-19 |
| Description: |
Shows Mount Nebo with its iconic cross monument and a pilgrim figure overlooking the landscape. |
| JS#: | P2025-01.05 |
| SG#: | Unlisted |
| SC#: | Unlisted |
| Color: | multicolored |
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| Issue Date: | 2025-01-19 |
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Displays the famous Treasury facade at Petra carved into rose-colored stone with a contemplative pilgrim figure. |
| JS#: | P2025-01.06 |
| SG#: | Unlisted |
| SC#: | Unlisted |
| Color: | multicolored |
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| Issue Date: | 2025-01-19 |
| Description: |
Features the Baptism Site with ancient stone structures and blue baptismal pools alongside a praying pilgrim. |
| JS#: | P2025-01.07 |
| SG#: | Unlisted |
| SC#: | Unlisted |
| Color: | chocolate black sepia |
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| Issue Date: | 2025-01-19 |
| Description: |
Shows the interior of caves at Madaba with arched stone passages and a pilgrim figure in silhouette. |
| JS#: | P2025-01.08 |
| SG#: | Unlisted |
| SC#: | Unlisted |
| Color: | multicolored |
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| Issue Date: | 2025-01-19 |
| Description: |
Depicts the Prophet Elijah Shrine with ancient stone walls and trees, featuring a contemplative pilgrim figure. |
| JS#: | P2025-01.09 |
| SG#: | Unlisted |
| SC#: | Unlisted |
| Color: | grey black light blue |
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| Issue Date: | 2025-01-19 |
| Description: |
Features the ancient Roman columns at Umm Qays with a pilgrim silhouette against the archaeological ruins. |
| JS#: | P2025-01.10 |
| SG#: | Unlisted |
| SC#: | Unlisted |
| Color: | multicolored |
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| Issue Date: | 2025-01-19 |
| Description: |
Shows the interior of a church in Amman with ornate decorations, paintings, and pews with a praying figure. |
| JS#: | P2025-01.SS |
| SG#: | Unlisted |
| SC#: | Unlisted |
| Color: | multicolored |
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| Issue Date: | 2025-01-19 |
| Description: |
A souvenir sheet combining multiple pilgrimage sites with a map of Jordan showing their locations. |
| Notes: | mini-sheet containing all 10 stamps in the set |