Jordan year 1964 stamps Pope Paul VI MNH set

In 1964, Jordan issued a set of stamps commemorating the visit of Pope Paul VI to the Holy Land, which included a stop in Jordan. This was a significant event, as it marked the first papal visit to the region in modern times. The stamp set featured the following:

1. Portrait of Pope Paul VI (5 Fils): The stamp depicted a portrait of Pope Paul VI wearing his papal regalia. The denomination “5 Fils” was printed at the bottom of the stamp.
2. Pope Paul VI and the Dome of the Rock (10 Fils): This stamp featured a portrait of Pope Paul VI alongside an image of the Dome of the Rock, an iconic Islamic shrine located in Jerusalem. The denomination “10 Fils” was printed at the bottom of the stamp.
3. Pope Paul VI and the Church of the Nativity (15 Fils): The stamp portrayed Pope Paul VI and the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem, which is believed to be the birthplace of Jesus Christ. The denomination “15 Fils” was printed at the bottom of the stamp.
4. Pope Paul VI and the River Jordan (20 Fils): This stamp depicted Pope Paul VI alongside an image of the River Jordan, where Jesus Christ was baptized according to Christian tradition. The denomination “20 Fils” was printed at the bottom of the stamp.
5. Pope Paul VI and the Lamb of God (35 Fils): The stamp featured Pope Paul VI and a symbolic representation of the Lamb of God, a Christian symbol referring to Jesus Christ. The denomination “35 Fils” was printed at the bottom of the stamp.

These stamps were issued to commemorate an important event in Jordan’s history and to showcase the country’s religious significance. They are sought after by collectors of papal memorabilia, Middle Eastern stamps, and those interested in the history of Christianity in the region.