This article discusses honor killing in contemporary Jordan from a legal and social perspective. The author begins with an overview of the cultural context of honor killing. The article asserts honor killing is a historical practice mostly emanating from cultural notions than religious ones. Regarding domestic law, the author points out that the Penal Code perpetuates the issue through penalty reductions for honor killings. The article notes that international law affirms women’s equal right to life, liberty, and security of person but also protects Indigenous people’s right to self-determination. Some argue that Indigenous people in Jordan therefore have the right to commit honor killings as a cultural practice. However, the author warns that such interpretations violate international human rights provisions against sex discrimination. The article concludes that Jordan must eliminate Penal Code articles that give mitigating excuses, establish domestic organizations focused on tackling honor killing, and educate citizens about equal rights.