Eastern Orthodoxy in Jordan

The Jordanian Eastern Orthodox Christians are believed to number 120,000, most of whom are Arabic speaking or by some accounts more than 300,000.

[3] Most of the Greek Orthodox Christians live in Amman and surrounding areas.

[3] The Jerusalem Patriarchate has become known in the past for its pan-Arab orientation, possibly because it exists in various parts of the Arab world.

Converts from Islam to Christianity risk the loss of civil rights.

[1] Christmas and the Gregorian calendar New Year are recognized holidays in Jordan.