Throne called the "sedia gestatoria". Originally, the "sedia" was used as part of the elaborate procession surrounding papal ceremonies that was believed to be the most direct heir of pharaonic splendor, and included a pair of flabella (fans made from ostrich feathers) to either side. Pope John Paul I at first abandoned the use of these implements, but later in his brief reign began to use the "sedia" so that he could be seen more easily by the crowds. However, he did not restore the use of the flabella. The use of the "sedia" was abandoned by Pope John Paul II
Freedom of religion in Jordan Civil Status and Passports (DCSP) does not recognize marriages conducted by Baha'i assemblies, and will not issue birth certificates for the children of these marriages or residence permits for partners who are not citizens. The DCSP issues passports on the basis of these marriages, but without entering the marriage into official records. The DCSP frequently records Baha'is and Druze as Muslims on identifying documents. Atheists must associate themselves with a recognized religion for purposes of official identification. The Government traditionally reserves some positions in the upper levels of the military for Christians (4 percent); however, all senior command positions are