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Witnesses have no objection to praying in school or elsewhere but will not participate in any non Jehovah's Witness led prayer.
The ''School'' brochure published by Jehovah's Witnesses says on this matter;
''Jehovah's Witnesses agree that it is the parents' responsibility to give their children religious instruction.
Therefore, where religious instruction is given in class, Witness parents will request that their children be excused.
If the religious course includes participating in a form of worship that we consider to be unbiblical, such as bowing before images, Witness parents do not approve of this under any circumstances.
On the other hand, if there is simply an objective classroom study of various religions or of The Bible, Jehovah's Witnesses have no objection. So if a school arranges talks by representatives of various religions, not to proselytize, but simply to inform the students about those religions, Witness students will respectfully listen. Similarly, when invited, Jehovah's Witnesses are pleased to give talks to school groups, explaining their religious beliefs.
In some schools the Lord's Prayer, or Our Father, is repeated on a regular basis. Although Jehovah's Witnesses accept that prayer, we do not join in its ritualistic repetition. This is because at the very time Jesus provided that model prayer he counseled against praying "the same things over and over again." (Matthew 6:7, 8) Another reason we do not participate is that we do not share in any interfaith religious services''
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What is the importance of prayer in Catholic schools?
Yes, but Catholics also believe that everyone should have the right to practice their own religion. In Catholic schools, there is prayer everyday, and Catholics believe that in public schools where there are kids of all different religions, they should have the freedom to pray or not.
Do Jehovah's Witnesses believe in an 'interactive' relationship with God?
Yes, the Jehovah's Witnesses believe strongly that each person can have an interactive relationship with God, achieved through personal Bible study, prayer and meeting with fellow believers.
How do Jehovahs witnesses earn a living?
Jehovah's Witnesses work to earn their living as anyone else would do. We have secular jobs just as most people do. We believe in honest work and providing for our selves and our family's. We would not however work jobs that would conflict with our Bible teaching. Such jobs may include strippers, military workers, gun manufacturer, casino dealers. The type of job would depend on a Witnesses discernment, prayer, and careful consideration of Bible principles.
How has school prayer affected schools in America?
Prayer isn't allowed in schools.
Do you agree to have prayer in school?
No. My opinion is that prayer should not be part of our schools. I raised 5 children through the public school system and I believe religion should be kept in the church or in the privacy of your home.
Do Jehovahs witnessess have special customs?
No, Jehovah's Witnesses are not a ritualistic religion and have few religious customs. They commemorate annually the death of Jesus in early spring and hold regular meetings for prayer and bible study. Preaching is also considered part of their religious practice but they do not have numerious religious festivals, pilgramids or celebrations.
When did Madeline O'Hare take prayer out of schools?
Madeline Murray O'Hair's efforts to remove organized prayer from public schools were successful with the Supreme Court case of Engel v. Vitale in 1962, which ruled that state-sponsored prayer in public schools was unconstitutional.
Is prayer permitted in the public schools?
Not out loud prayer but you can pray to yourself.
What was the actual prayer that was banned in public schools was there a standard script teachers typically used?
The actual prayer that was banned from public schools was a specific prayer known as the "Regents' Prayer" or the "Almighty God" prayer. This prayer was recited in some public schools in the United States before the ban. While there was no standard script that all teachers used, the Regents' Prayer was frequently used as it was a commonly accepted prayer in many schools.
Is it true schools may require prayer and curriculum on religion?
Schools in the United States are not allowed to require prayer or promote any specific religion due to the separation of church and state. However, they may offer religious studies as an elective course for academic purposes. It is important for schools to maintain a neutral stance on religion to respect the diverse beliefs of all students and families.
What prayer explains what Catholics believe?
Apostles creed is the prayer that tells what Catholics believe.
Do Jehovah's Witnesses wash before prayer?
Not as part of any ritual requirement.
