King attends ceremony marking anniversary of Prophet’s birth

AMMAN — His Majesty King Abdullah on Sunday attended a ceremony at Al Husseiniya Palace marking the anniversary of the birth of Prophet Mohammad, peace be upon him, which falls on Monday.

The ceremony, attended by HRH Crown Prince Hussein, included a recital of verses from the Holy Quran, as well as a poem recital celebrating the virtues of the Prophet.

A number of Royal Family Members and senior officials and officers, as well as Islamic scholars and Christian leaders, attended the ceremony, according to a Royal Court statement.