Hashimite

Hashimite refers to a lineage originating from Hashim ibn Abd Manaf, the great-grandfather of the Islamic prophet Muhammad. The Hashim clan was a prominent branch of the Quraysh tribe in Mecca. Historically, the Hashimites were guardians of the Kaaba and held significant influence in pre-Islamic Arabia. Following the advent of Islam, the Hashimite lineage became central to Islamic history and theology.

The term "Hashimite" is most commonly associated today with the ruling dynasty of Jordan. The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan traces its royal family's ancestry directly back to the Prophet Muhammad through his grandson Hussein ibn Ali. This lineage has been a source of legitimacy and prestige for the Jordanian monarchy since its establishment. Members of the Hashimite dynasty have played crucial roles in Arab politics and governance throughout the 20th and 21st centuries, particularly in the Middle East. The concept of Hashimite heritage continues to hold cultural and religious significance for many Muslims worldwide.