Jehovah's Witnesses

We read at Genesis 3:19, ".....you return to the ground, for out of it you were taken. For dust you are and to dust you will return.” Psalm 146:4 says that when a man dies, “his thoughts perish.” We are mortal and do not survive the death of our body.

Peter Andre has mentioned that his ex-wife, Katie Price, and his brother, Andrew Andre, are both Jehovah's Witnesses. He has spoken about how their beliefs have influenced family dynamics, particularly during his children's upbringing. However, Peter himself does not practice the faith.

Jehovah's Witnesses do not have specific dietary restrictions regarding the consumption of meat on Fridays or any other day. Their dietary choices are generally guided by personal preference and health considerations rather than religious mandates. However, they do abstain from blood and products containing blood, as this is a key tenet of their faith.

Yes, John Denver's first wife, Annie Martell, became one of Jehovah's Witnesses after their marriage. Their relationship was characterized by both love and challenges, and her conversion to the faith was a significant aspect of her life. Denver himself had a complex view of religion, which sometimes led to tension between their beliefs. Ultimately, their differing spiritual paths contributed to the challenges in their marriage.

Oh, dude, neither! Guideposts is actually a non-denominational faith-based organization that publishes inspirational stories and articles. So, you won't find Jehovah's Witnesses or Mormons running the show there. It's all about spreading positivity and good vibes, man.

Well, honey, Richard Clayderman is a talented pianist, not a private investigator. I suggest you ask him directly if you're so curious about his religious beliefs. But last time I checked, his music was the only thing he was preaching about.

Honey, Jehovah's Witnesses don't believe in that sci-fi nonsense about God living on some distant planet in the Pleiades cluster. They believe God is everywhere, not just chilling on Alcyone like it's some cosmic vacation spot. So, no, Jehovah's Witnesses definitely don't buy into that interstellar real estate theory.

There is no definitive evidence to suggest that Richard "Dimples" Fields was a Jehovah's Witness at any point in his life. Fields was a popular R&B singer known for his hit song "If It Ain't One Thing, It's Another," but his religious beliefs and affiliations have not been widely documented or publicized. It is important to rely on verified sources and direct statements from the individual in question when discussing their personal beliefs and religious affiliations.

Well, honey, those Jehovah's Witnesses don't do Christmas because they believe it has pagan origins and they like to keep things simple and focused on their own religious beliefs. So, they skip the tree, the presents, and the jingle bells, and just do their own thing. Can't fault them for sticking to their guns, even if it means missing out on some holiday cheer.

Jehovah's Witnesses are like anyone else. We enjoy giving and receiving gifts.

With that in mind, JW's do not accept or give gifts that are associated with religious or nationalistic holidays, nor do we accept or give birthday gifts.

Gifts for wedding, maternity, house warming, or gifts just for the sake of giving are no problem.

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In Jehovah's Witness beliefs, alcohol consumption is generally discouraged, so traditional wedding toasts with alcoholic beverages may not be appropriate. However, non-alcoholic toasts or speeches expressing well wishes and gratitude are typically acceptable. It is advisable to consult directly with your future spouse's family or a Jehovah's Witness elder to ensure that the wedding reception aligns with their beliefs and practices. This open communication will help ensure a respectful and harmonious celebration for all involved.

I may not know any of their names are but I am definitely sure there are JWs in that country.

Even in countries (like Singapore) where the JWs are banned from performing their Christian duties to "preach the good news of the kingdom" has Jehovah's Witnesses.

It is a fulfillment of the prophesy written in Matthew 24:14.

Well, honey, I don't have a crystal ball, but if Janis Gill was a Jehovah's Witness before, she's most likely still one unless she decided to switch things up. People don't usually change their religious beliefs as often as they change their socks. But hey, stranger things have happened, so who knows?

As of 2021, individuals born in 1914 would be 107 years old. According to the Gerontology Research Group, there are only a handful of people worldwide who are confirmed to have been born in 1914 and are still alive. The number of individuals still alive from this cohort is likely very small due to advanced age and natural mortality rates.

Honey, I don't have a crystal ball to find the exact location for you. Just use that thing called Google Maps and type in "Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Kuwait." It's not rocket science. Good luck on your search, sweetie!

If a disfllowshipped person wants to be reinstated, the letter need not be long. A simple statement to the effect that that person has repented of their former course, and that they would like to be concidered for reinstatement in the congregation. Further information on this can be obtained from a congregation elder. A disfellowshipped person can contact a congregation elder, explain the situation, and ask for direction on how to submitt a letter for reinstatement.

Honey, I don't keep tabs on every Jehovah's Witness branch office around the world. Why don't you try using that thing called Google to find the address in Istanbul? It's a big city, so good luck with the search!

Jehovah's Witnesses are taught that lying is wrong. We may not tell a person what they are asking if they are asking things they have no business knowing. We do not make false statements. There is nothing wrong with hiding the truth from someone who has no right to know it. But again, we will not hide it by lying. For example, when my children were very young we always made it a point for their mother or I to be there with them. After they started school, we always tried to beat the school bus home. BUT we told them if an emergency came up, and there was no way we could be home when they got there, if someone called and wanted to talk to us, do not tell them we were not home. We said to tell them we could not come to the phone right now, that we wanted the children to take a message and we would return the call ASAP. THAT was not lying, but it was protecting the children from possible danger by refusing to yield information that could result in their harm. We never told the children to say: "They are in the bathroom" or "They are outside working" or anything like that. THAT would have been a lie. Likewise Jehovah's Witnesses do not divulge information that others have no right to know, especially if doing so would result in harm to our brothers or sisters or our own selves.

Jehovah's Witnesses have very few 'hard-fast' rules. If you were to see a list of our "do's and don'ts" it would read similar to what is known as the 10 commandments, such as 'don't steal,' don't commit adultry,' etc. Most of the ideals that guide a typical JW are based on what we call "principles." Bible knwledge on certain matters guides what a JW will decide for themselves what they will do under certain conditions. On the matter of fireworks, this could be a situation where a JW will weigh matters to make a decision. There is nothing wrong with fireworks in themselves. In fact, a JW may even purchase fireworks to set them off on their own, provided that it is legal in the area in which they are. My wife and I are both Jehovah's Witnesses. She loves fireworks, I couldn't care less about them. It's a matter of preference. Most fireworks displays are done in celebration of a holiday that we do not celebrate, such as Fourth of July or New Years. If the JW in question feels that to observe the fireworks show is tantamount to engaging in the celebration, then he will likely make a decision based on his conscience not to see the fireworks show. However, if he feels that to do so would not be taking part in the celebration, then he may choose therwise. It boils down to his or her conscience or that of the parent if it is a Jehovah's Witness child.

The statistics are unavailable, as the client privilege applies. However, there are good indications that many Jehovah's Witnesses are vulnerable to the economic conditions which result in persons seeking social assistance. One of the biggest negative contributors is their disdain for higher education, leaving them little choice but to seek employment in volatile or menial industries, such as cleaning, window-washing or factory work. There are exceptions, of course - those who are realistic about their situation will often take courses to allow a higher-paying bracket to be attained. These end up as Elders. :/

The exact number of new converts to Jehovah's Witnesses each day is not publicly available. The organization does not publish these statistics.