His Majesty King Abdullah has received cables of well wishes from several leaders of Arab and Muslim countries on the occasion of the New Hijri Year.

King Abdullah also received cables from senior officials in Jordan and representatives of civil society organisations.

His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II, received similar cables on the occasion.

In the cables, the officials said the Hijra—marking the migration of Prophet Mohammad, peace be upon him, from Mecca to Medina Munawara—effectively launched the state of Islam and helped highlight its tolerant teachings.

They also praised His Majesty’s efforts to promote the values of tolerance and compassion, and highlight the true image of Islam.