The Stylite Tower in Jordan is an early Byzantine-era structure believed to have been used by a Christian stylite monk, an ascetic who lived atop a pillar or tower in isolation to devote himself to prayer and spiritual reflection. Dating back to the 5th or 6th century CE, the tower reflects the spread of Stylitism—a unique form of monasticism originating in Syria—into the Levant region. The structure is typically tall and narrow, built from stone with a small platform at the top where the monk would have lived for extended periods, often exposed to the elements.

This tower symbolises the intensity of early Christian devotion and the desire for spiritual purity through physical hardship. Such towers not only served as places of solitude but also became local landmarks, drawing pilgrims and onlookers who sought blessings or spiritual guidance. The presence of a Stylite Tower in Jordan highlights the region’s connection to broader religious movements in the Byzantine world and serves as a testament to the diversity of early Christian practices in the area.