Can Jehovah’s Witnesses have beards?

Have you ever noticed a Jehovah’s Witness sporting a stylish beard? The chances are slim to none. When you see them out in public, they are always clean-shaven, and they do well to present a very traditional corporate look. So why is it that Jehovah’s Witnesses don’t have beards? Is it by choice, or is…

Skryf Jehovah se Getuies familie af?

Jehovah se Getuies verf ‘n trotse prentjie dat hulle pro-familie is en dat hulle ‘n gelukige, gesonde familie lewe geniet. Maar wat gebeur wanneer ‘n geliefde die groep verlaat of uitgeset is? Sal hulle afgeskryf word deur hulle familie? Jehovah se Getuies moet familie lede afskryf as hulle uitgeset is of die organisasie verlaat. Dit…

Do Jehovah’s Witnesses shun family?

Jehovah’s Witnesses proudly paint an image that they are pro-family and that the Jehovah’s Witnesses enjoy a happy and healthy family life. But what happens when a loved one wants to leave the group, or if they get disfellowshipped? Will they get shunned by their very own family members?” Jehovah’s Witnesses must shun family members…

Can Jehovah’s Witnesses go to college?

If you have met many Jehovah’s Witnesses, you may have noticed that very few have a college education. Some have attended Technical School, but very few Jehovah’s Witnesses have degrees from colleges and universities. In fact, Jehovah’s Witnesses have one of the lowest education rates of any religion, with only 12% holding a college degree. Why…

What Happens When You Leave the Jehovah’s Witnesses?

Many people are aware of the Jehovah’s Witnesses but know little more than the fact that they have a door to door preaching ministry. Not many people, including current members, are aware of what happens when you try to leave the group. Officially published information on the topic is scarce, but I will reference as…

What are the basic beliefs of Jehovah’s Witnesses?

There are a lot of articles out there that cover the basic beliefs of Jehovah’s Witnesses, however, most of them focus on the harmless parts of their teachings, and quite frankly, fail to explain the harsher beliefs taught and practiced. These beliefs and practices have severe consequences on the lives of Jehovah’s Witnesses, their families,…

JW.ORG – Do Jehovah’s Witnesses Feel That They Are the Only People Who Will Be Saved? [REVIEWED]

A recent article on JW.ORG, a frequently asked question was posted: “Do Jehovah’s Witnesses Feel That They Are the Only People Who Will Be Saved?“ The question is asked in such a way, that it omits what readers are REALLY asking… People want to know, do you have to be a Jehovah’s Witnesses today in…

Do Jehovah’s Witnesses believe that they’re the only ones going to heaven?

Before we get into this topic, it’s important to understand that Jehovah’s Witnesses have two separate “hopes”, forming two classes of Witnesses. The first is the 144,000 who are going to heaven, and the second is the great crowd, who are going to live forever on a paradise Earth. Having said that, Do Jehovah’s Witnesses…

How many Jehovah’s Witnesses died because of no blood transfusions?

According to an article on the official website of Jehovah’s Witnesses, it is a myth that many Jehovah’s Witnesses die each year as a result of refusing blood transfusions, but nothing could be further from the truth. Approximately 594 Jehovah’s Witnesses die each year as a result of not being allowed blood transfusions, based on…

Is the New World Translation Accurate? What do Bible scholars say?

Jehovah’s Witnesses make several bold claims, such as that they are the only true religion, that they are God’s sole channel of communication to mankind, and that they are the only ones teaching absolute truth today, according to scriptures. But is their New World Translation of the Scriptures as accurate as they claim? Highly respected…