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The Crown Prince of Jordan, Prince Hussein, Thursday (1/6/2023), married his sweetheart from Saudi Arabia, Rajwa al-Saif. This marriage is seen as a union of two ruling dynasties, Jordan and Saudi Arabia.
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On Thursday (1/6/2023), the Jordanian Kingdom held a grand celebration. King Abdullah II of Jordan married off his eldest son, Crown Prince Prince Hussein (28), to his bride from Saudi Arabia, Rajwa al-Saif (29). The wedding ceremony took place at the Royal Palace in Amman, Jordan. Not long ago, on March 12th, 2023, he married off his second child, Princess Iman, to a Venezuelan man, Jameel Alexander Thermiotis.
However, compared to Princess Iman's wedding, Prince Hussein's wedding has a more resounding echo and a greater impact in the region and its surrounding areas. Prince Hussein is the heir to the throne of the Kingdom of Jordan, one of the oldest monarchies in the Middle East, and has a direct lineage to Prophet Muhammad.
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Since being appointed as the crown prince at the age of 15 in 2009, he replaced Prince Hamzah who was stripped of his title as crown prince by King Abdullah II. Prince Hussein has been long prepared to ascend to the throne of the Kingdom of Jordan. He often accompanies his father, King Abdullah II (61), on visits and state duties.
Prince Hussein is named after his grandfather, King Hussein, who ruled Jordan for 46 years until his death in 1999. Although he has long passed away, King Hussein remains the most respected and beloved figure among the Jordanian people to this day.
Jordan, a close ally of the West, holds a strategic position in the region. Located at the heart of the Middle East, it borders countries that are often plagued by various issues such as Syria (with its civil war), Iraq (currently recovering from war), as well as Israel and the West Bank. In this tumultuous region, Jordan is considered an oasis of stability.
His fiancée, Rajwa al-Saif, is a woman from an aristocrat family and one of the wealthiest families in Saudi Arabia. Born in Riyadh on April 28, 1994, as the youngest of four siblings, Al-Saif is the daughter of Azza bint Nayef Abdulaziz Ahmad al-Sudairi, who is still related to Hussa bint Ahmed al-Sudairi, the most beloved wife of the founder of Saudi Arabia, King Abdul-Aziz al-Saud.
It should be noted, from his marriage to Sudairi, King Abdul Aziz has seven sons, one of whom is King Salman who is now the ruler of Saudi Arabia. In that country, the term “Seven Sudairi” (As-Sudairiyyun as-Sabʿah) is known, which refers to the most elite circle in the Saudi Arabian royal family, two of whom became kings (Fahd and Salman).
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Mr. Khalid bin Musaed bin Saif bin Abdulaziz al-Saif, also known as Father Al-Saif, is a member of the Subai tribe, one of the prominent tribes in the Arabian Peninsula. He is the founder of El Seif Engineering Contracting company that built the iconic Kingdom Tower in Riyadh, along with several other skyscrapers in the Middle East region.
Saudi Arabia, undeniably, is a major power and one of the influential countries in the region. It is a wealthy nation, a leading oil producer, and a rising global power. Traditionally, Saudi Arabia has been a key partner of the United States, although recently it has tended to lean towards China.
With that background, the marriage of Prince Hussein and Al-Saif is often seen as a marriage between two ruling dynasties and two major powers in the Middle East. This marriage is no different from the fusion between Jordan and Saudi Arabia, two influential monarchies in the Arab world.
Western-educated couple
Prince Hussein and Al-Saif got engaged in a traditional Islamic ceremony in Riyadh in August 2022. Born on June 28, 1994, Hussein completed his Bachelor's degree in International History at Georgetown University, USA, in 2016 and graduated from the British Royal Military Academy in Sandhurst the following year. In the Jordanian military, he holds the rank of captain. Hussein regularly participates in military training and ceremonies.
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"On various occasions, he was invited by King Abdullah II to visit and attend state events, including when he visited the White House to meet with US President Joe Biden. In 2015, Hussein chaired a UN Security Council (DK) meeting—the youngest person to ever chair a UN body. Two years later, he was given the opportunity to speak at the UN General Assembly."
Like Hussein, Al-Seif is also a graduate of an American university. He earned his bachelor's degree in architecture from Syracuse University, New York, in 2017. He also holds a bachelor's degree in visual communication from the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising, Los Angeles. In addition to being fluent in English and, of course, Arabic, he is also proficient in French.
A few days before the wedding day, the people of Jordan have immersed themselves in an atmosphere of happiness. The usually calm country has been shrouded in an atmosphere of joy in recent days. Fireworks, concerts, and conversations on social media are showing excitement throughout the country.
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On Monday (29/5/2023), a free concert was held for the citizens in Amman, the capital of Jordan. A number of top singers from the Middle East, including Lebanese star Ragheb Alama and Egyptian singer Tamer Hosny, livened up the concert.
The photos of Al-Saif in a white wedding dress decorate the virtual world in Jordan. An Arabic poem written in golden letters reads: "When I see you, life feels sweet."
The Royal Palace of Jordan has also released a Youtube video featuring Princess Rania, the mother of Prince Hussein, with her two daughters, Salma and Iman, singing and dancing with guests at the pre-wedding party. "Like any other mother, I have long dreamed of his (Hussein's) wedding day," said Rania in the video.
When the party ended, unmanned planes flew over the city of Amman and formed a crown formation in the sky.
Challenges ahead
It is currently unknown when Prince Hussein will ascend the throne after this wedding, as the heir to the kingdom, he faces a host of problems in his country, including issues faced by young people like him who do not have the same opportunities as he does. The days ahead will be long for Hussein.
In the future, if he becomes a king, he will need partners to help build his country. He needs foreign investment. Due to the lack of natural resources, Jordan has been highly dependent on international aid. However, aid from wealthy Gulf Arab countries, including Saudi Arabia, has recently decreased.
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Thus, some segments see that Hussein's marriage to Al-Saif brings a brighter dawn, at least paving the way for Jordan's relationship with Saudi Arabia to become even closer. In Jordan, there is hope that the marriage can restore the flow of aid from abroad, particularly from Riyadh.
The head of the Al-Quds Center for Political Studies, Analyst Oraib al-Rantawi, stated that "this royal family wedding is the next step" towards the succession of Hussein to the Jordanian throne. This wedding ceremony will bring Hussein closer to international figures and important guests, as well as "consolidate Prince Hussein's network of relationships." (AP/AFP)
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Who did the crown prince of Jordan marry? ›
Crown Prince Hussein married Rajwa Alseif, a 29-year-old Saudi architect linked to her own country's ruling dynasty, on Thursday afternoon in a match seen as boosting Amman's rocky relationship with its more powerful and oil-rich neighbour.
What time is the royal wedding in Jordan? ›Islamic marriage ceremony at Zahran Palace
The event will begin at 5pm UAE time, with the arrival of King Abdullah II and Queen Rania who receive and greet guests, while the Jordanian Armed Forces Musical Band performs.
They met through a mutual friend.
An official portrait of the couple. "I met Rajwa through an old friend from school," Hussein revealed in May 2023, per Vogue Arabia. "I consider myself lucky because it is not every day you meet someone like Rajwa."
Queen Noor, married name Noor al-Hussein (“Light of Hussein”), also spelled Nūr al-Ḥusayn, byname of Lisa Najeeb Halaby, (born August 23, 1951, Washington, D.C., U.S.), American-born architect who was the consort (1978–99) of King Hussein of Jordan.
Who is the current king and queen of Jordan? ›A request that this article title be changed to Queen Rania is under discussion. Please do not move this article until the discussion is closed. Rania Al-Abdullah (Arabic: رانيا العبد الله, Rāniyā al-ʻAbd Allāh; born Rania Al-Yassin, 31 August 1970) is Queen of Jordan as the wife of King Abdullah II.
How does marriage work in Jordan? ›Jordan's Marriage Laws
Only Muslim and Christian marriages may be conducted in Jordan. Jordanian law does not permit civil marriages or marriages in other faiths. Jordanian law permits Muslim men to marry non-Muslim women, but does not permit Muslim women to marry non-Muslim men.
George's Chapel, Windsor Castle.
What was the first royal wedding? ›25 July 1554: Mary I of England, elder daughter of King Henry VIII and successor of King Edward VI, was married to Philip, Prince of Asturias, eldest son and successor of King Charles I of Spain, at Winchester Cathedral.
How were the crown princes brought up? ›He was brought up by an English nanny and tutored in English by an Englishman. He saw nothing but English films. Q9. How does the author satirise the upbringing and education of crown princes of Indian states?
How was the crown prince raised? ›The Crown Prince Jung Jung Bahadur was brought up with a silver spoon in his mouth. He drank milk of an English cow. An English Nurse was engaged to look after the baby. He was tutored by an English teacher and he watched English films.
How did the prince and princess meet? ›
Prince Charles met Diana in 1977, while dating her sister.
Princess Diana's sister, Sarah, dated Prince Charles briefly in the late '70s and was the one to introduce the future royal couple.
Cousin marriage, a form of consanguinity (marriages among couples who are related as second cousins or closer), is allowed and often encouraged throughout the Middle East, and in other Muslim countries worldwide such as Pakistan.
What religion was the king of Jordan's wife? ›The wedding was a traditional Muslim ceremony. Her conversion to Islam and wedding to the King of Jordan received extensive coverage in the Western press; many assumed that she would be regarded as a stranger to the country, since she was an American of mostly European descent who was raised in Christianity.
How many children did Queen Noor give birth to? ›Early Life, Family, and Education
Together, His Majesty King Hussein and Queen Noor had two sons: HRH Prince Hamzah and HRH Prince Hashim, and two daughters: HRH Princess Iman and HRH Princess Raiyah, and 12 grandchildren.
According to family tradition, Abdullah is the 41st-generation agnatic descendant of Muhammad's daughter Fatimah and her husband, Ali, the fourth Rashidun caliph.
How many queens are in Jordan? ›As all monarchs of Jordan have been required by law to be male, there has never been a queen regnant of Jordan.
How rich is the king of Jordan? ›The files expose that the Arab world's longest-serving current monarch has spent the past decades amassing an international luxury property empire worth well in excess of $100m (£74m), with its footprint stretching from the clifftops of Malibu, California, to Washington DC and on to central London's most exclusive ...
Is child marriage illegal in Jordan? ›Under the Jordanian Personal Status law, the minimum legal age for marriage is 18 years. However, children below the age of 16 can receive judicial consent to marry before the age of 16. In 2017, new regulations were introduced providing an exception to the legal minimum age of marriage.
What was the reason for Jordan divorce? ›Just like his gambling debt Jordan reneged on five million that he had offered to pay one of his mistresses (Karla Knafel). Jordan's gambling addiction and cheating ways led to his eventual divorce. One in which he had to pay his former wife (Juanita Jordan) a then record $168 million dollars.
Can I go to Jordan with my girlfriend? ›1) In Jordan, sleeping with any unmarried member of the opposite sex is considered adultery. 2) In Jordan, adultery is punishable by up to three years in prison. Most vacations tend to last between a week and a month. After three years in a cell, you'll probably start to miss home just a little bit.
Can a royal marry a non royal? ›
Royal marriages to commoners have historically been uncommon, due to traditions of members of royal families, especially high-level ones, only marrying other persons considered to be royalty, sometimes with penalties for royals who married far below their rank, deemed morganatic marriage.
Which royal married an American woman? ›Wallis, Duchess of Windsor (born Bessie Wallis Warfield, later Simpson; June 19, 1896 – April 24, 1986), was an American socialite and wife of the former King Edward VIII. Their intention to marry and her status as a divorcée caused a constitutional crisis that led to Edward's abdication.
Can royals have private wedding? ›Why Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi Opted for a Small, Private Royal Wedding. Unlike her sister Princess Eugenie—and fellow royals Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton—Beatrice went for an intimate ceremony. Royal weddings have a reputation for being (tastefully) over the top.
How do royal marriages work? ›Royals can marry commoners, with the Queen's permission.
But now, as long as the Queen approves of the individual marrying into the family, then the marriage is considered valid, whether the person is of noble blood or not.
“This royal wedding is significant because it represents a historic change in British and American cultural identity. It humanizes and opens up the monarchy to a younger, more globally connected generation, and it does so through a pre-planned media spectacle to which we've all been given an invitation.”
When was the first white wedding? ›History of the white dress
Though Mary, Queen of Scots, wore a white wedding gown in 1559 when she married her first husband, Francis Dauphin of France, the tradition of a white wedding dress is commonly credited to Queen Victoria's choice to wear a white court dress at her wedding to Prince Albert in 1840.
According to The Independent, the grandchildren of sons of the reigning monarch are automatically given the title of “prince” or “princess”, but any title beyond that – such as duke or duchess – “is granted by courtesy”.
Did the royal family accept the crown? ›While some members of the royal family, like Prince William and his late grandfather Prince Philip, have chosen to abstain from watching the fictionalized retelling of the late Queen Elizabeth II's reign, others have openly admitted to turning on the critically acclaimed series.
How did Queen Elizabeth react to the crown? ›ABC royal contributor George Jobson said Prince Philip told him that Elizabeth II was a regular viewer of the Netflix series.
Which royal lost a child in the crown? ›This season, “The Crown” explored Knatchbull and Philip's close bond, which apparently deepened following the tragic death of Knatchbull's 5-year-old daughter, Leonora, from cancer.
Does the crown prince become king? ›
King Charles ascended to the throne upon his mother Queen Elizabeth's death. Prince Charles is now the King. Upon the death of his mother Queen Elizabeth at age 96 in September 2022, Charles immediately ascended to the throne, per the British line of succession.
Who inherited the crown? ›Prince William
The now-Prince of Wales is first in line to the throne. He will succeed the throne after his father, King Charles.
Determined to prevent this, three good fairies raise Aurora as a peasant in order to protect her, patiently awaiting her sixteenth birthday — the day the spell can only be broken by a kiss from her true love, Prince Phillip.
Did the prince fall in love with Cinderella? ›Of course, the Prince is ultimately caught between his love for Cinderella and his desire to please his father and to do what is best for the kingdom.
What Disney princess had an age gap with the prince? ›Princess Aurora and Prince Phillip
Aurora was 16 and Phillip was 20.
King Abdullah II of Jordan has one wife, Rania, Queen Consort of Jordan. The two have been married since 1993 and have four children, the princes and princesses of Jordan.
Who are the descendants of the royal family of Jordan? ›Ali and Fatima had two sons: Al-Hassan and Al-Hussein. The direct descendants of their eldest son, Hassan, are known as “Sharifs” (nobles), while the descendants of Hussein are called “Sayyids” (lords). The royal family of Jordan, the Hashemites, is descended through the Sharifian branch of lineage.
Who did Princess Elizabeth marry? ›The engagement of Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten to Princess Elizabeth was announced in July 1947 and the marriage took place in Westminster Abbey on 20 November 1947.
Who is the king of Jordan descendant of? ›According to family tradition, Abdullah is the 41st-generation agnatic descendant of Muhammad's daughter Fatimah and her husband, Ali, the fourth Rashidun caliph. As Hussein's eldest son, Abdullah became heir apparent to the Jordanian throne under the 1952 constitution.
How many wives did King of Jordan have? ›The Jordanian Parliament forced Talal to abdicate a year later due to his illness, and a regency council was appointed until Hussein came of age. He was enthroned at the age of 17 on 2 May 1953. Hussein was married four separate times and fathered eleven children including King Abdullah II of Jordan.
Do all kings have multiple wives? ›
Kings in myth and epic often have more than one wife. It is fairly typical that while one of the wives has been married for political gain or for wealth, the king has another wife whom he loves — the king is divided in mind, heart and body as well.
How much money does the royal family of Jordan have? ›The files expose that the Arab world's longest-serving current monarch has spent the past decades amassing an international luxury property empire worth well in excess of $100m (£74m), with its footprint stretching from the clifftops of Malibu, California, to Washington DC and on to central London's most exclusive ...
What ethnicity is the royal family? ›Royal family's German ancestors
The English royal family has deep Teutonic ties. In 1714, George Louis, elector of Hanover, became the first king of German origin to succeed to the English crown. Over the past 300 years, strong ties have continued to be forged between the English throne and German noble families.
The royal family of Jordan, the Hashemites, adheres to Sunni branch of Islam.
Who was Queen Elizabeth's baby daddy? ›Elizabeth was accompanied by Prince Philip, who was now her husband and the father of their two children, Prince Charles and Princess Anne. It was while on another such tour on the King's behalf, this one in Kenya, that Elizabeth learned that her father had died, and she was now Queen.
Who was with the Queen when she died? ›Prince Charles arrived at 10:30 and was met by Princess Anne, who was already staying with the Queen. Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, also travelled to Balmoral from the Birkhall estate. Only Charles and Anne were by the Queen's side when she died.
Who did Queen Elizabeth have a baby with? ›Queen Elizabeth II had four children with Prince Philip, Duke of Edingburgh: Charles, Anne, Andrew and Edward.
Is there royalty in Jordan? ›The Royal Family. His Majesty King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein assumed his constitutional powers as King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan on February 7th, 1999, the day his father, the late King Hussein, passed away.
Who was the first ruler of Jordan? ›Abdullah I bin Al-Hussein (Arabic: عبد الله الأول بن الحسين, romanized: ʿAbd Allāh al-Awwal bin al-Ḥusayn, 2 February 1882 – 20 July 1951) was the ruler of Jordan from 11 April 1921 until his assassination in 1951.
Who became queen of Jordan? ›Halaby wed King Hussein on June 15, 1978, in Amman, becoming Queen of Jordan. Before her marriage, she accepted her husband's Sunni Islamic religion and upon the marriage, changed her name from Lisa Halaby to the royal name Noor Al-Hussein ("Light of Hussein"). The wedding was a traditional Muslim ceremony.