Based on the jehovahs witness new world translation, revised 1984 edition whole bible verses deleted in the new world translation the following whole verses have been removed in the jehovahs witness biblewhether in the text or. Jehovah s witnesses use the standard 66 book protestant bible, but usually use their own translation thereof they do reference other translations from time to time, but generally use the new world translation. In the gospel of john, however, it is said that isaiah saw the glory of jesus christ and spoke of him 12. Jehovahs witness quick reference guide blue letter bible. New world translation of the holy scriptures wikipedia.
Jehovah s witnesses consider the bible to be scientifically and historically accurate and reliable and interpret much of it literally, while also accepting it contains much symbolism. But the jehovahs witnesss new world translation renders the. See more ideas about jehovah, jehovahs witnesses and. In fact, they claim that jehovahs witnesses have a history almost 6,000 years long, beginning while the first man, adam, was still alive, that adams son abel was the first of an unbroken line of witnesses, and that jesus disciples were all jehovahs witnesses. The witnesses do not in any way claim that the translation. I respond with my list of 10 ways in which becoming a jehovah s witness will leave you worse off. Worldwide membership of jehovahs witnesses reached 1,624 in 5,323 congregations by the time of rutherfords death in january 1942. The 10 worst jehovahs witness videos of 2018 youtube. This, of course, is a major diversion from orthodox christianity. The new world translation of the holy scriptures nwt is a translation of the bible published by the watch tower bible and tract society. Aug 19, 2017 10 ways you are worse off as a jehovah s witness john cedars. David guzik commentary on john 10, where jesus gives a contrast between the good.
Jehovahs witnesses also deny the existence of heaven and hell. It is the most translated, the most quoted, and the oldest book. The very trinitarian bible study reference book, the bible knowledge commentary, agrees with trinitarian young above in its discussion of john 10. We answer the questions of how they got their start, what their core beliefs are, and how many people ascribe to this faith in the world today below. It says, in the beginning was the word, and the word was with god, and the word was god. Orlando bible church the false witness of the jehovahs. Whole bible verses deleted in the new world translation the following whole verses have been removed in the jehovah s witness bible whether in the text or placed in. Facts the watchtower society doesnt want you to know. Although it appeared in second century writings, watchtower leaders would have their followers believe that it was added in the fourth century by trinitarians. All who believe that jesus is lord will enter into heaven. Jehovahs witnesses believe that jesus was created by jehovah as the archangel michael before the physical world existed, and is a lesser, though mighty, god. Oct 04, 2006 the bible firmly, and clearly, shows that jesus was created.
Thus doctrinal support for the trinity is compellingly strong. In this gospel, jesus calls the following sheep by name, philip, mary of. A son cannot be the same age as his biological father. My sheep hear my voice, and i know them, and they follow me. Hades and sheol are understood to refer to the condition of death, termed the common grave. For one, he wrote revelation before he wrote the the book of john or the three letters. A busy religion as of 2010, there are over 7 million active jehovahs witnesses worldwide, spending. The gospel of john is the last of the four gospels. Watch tower society literature states that jesus use of the term other sheep in john 10. The jehovahs witnesses were started in the early 1870s, by a man named charles taze russell. Yes, and it is also the book that has survived the most violent opposition.
The beliefs of jehovahs witnesses are based on the bible teachings of charles taze russellfounder of the bible student movementand successive presidents of the watch tower society, joseph franklin rutherford, and nathan homer knorr. I respond with my list of 10 ways in which becoming a jehovahs witness will leave you worse off. Jehovah s witnes ses are directed by the governing body of jehovah s witn esses, a group of elders. Jehovahs witnesses identify themselves as christian and number over six million. The new world translation of the holy scriptures is published by jehovahs witnesses. Aug 17, 2017 the bible indicates that there is threeinoneness in the godhead matt. They believe in annihilation, and that the kingdom of god will come to this earth and be set up for a thousand years.
John 10 the good shepherd and his sheep 1 very truly i tell you pharisees, anyone who does not enter the sheep pen by the gate, but climbs in by some other way, is a thief and a robber. Their false assumption is that jesus is not god in flesh but michael the archangel who became a man. John ankerberg, john weldon, and dillon burroughs team up to revise and update the facts on jehovahs witnesses, part of the popular facts on series more than 1. See more ideas about jehovah, jehovahs witnesses and bible truth. In this sequel tract, we will examine some additional beliefs and teachings of the watchtower society wts, the parent organization of the jws. The jehovah s witness version in the new world translation says, in the beginning was the word, and the word was with god, and the word was a god. The very trinitarian bible study reference book, the bible knowledge commentary, agrees with trinitarian young above in its discussion of john. John bore witness about him, and cried out, this was he of whom i said, he who. Most discussions of this nature focus initially on john 1. Its fair to say that the nwt is quite, lets say, distinctive in places, and has received a fair amount of criticism. Looking at my extensive collection of jehovahs witness and watchtower bible and tract society books from the 19th to 21st century. But you do not believe, because you are not of my sheep. Ankerbergs interviews with three former jehovah s witnesses and two experts on this growing religious movement. The bible is by far the most widely circulated book in all history.
It can be proven, without a doubt, that they are a manmade false religion. Jehovahs witness bible translation examined 4jehovah. Known for their extensive research and bible knowledge. John s account highlights jesus love for us and provides many details of what jesus said and did while on earth. The biblea book to be read watchtower online library. This website is dedicated to exposing the jehovahs witness religion, commonly referred to as the watchtower, watchtower bible and tract society, or the society. The 11 beliefs you should know about jehovahs witnesses when. They teach that jesus was created by god and not coexistent wth him. This is one in a long list of unfulfilled jehovahs witness bible prophecies that are revealed in this book. I assume that in particular you are referring to the idea that many people have that it is wrong to add nay words to the bible.
Some core beliefs of the jehovahs witnesses jws were examined in our tract entitled five questions for jehovahs witnesses. Only 144,000 jehovahs witness go to heaven reasoning from the scriptures, 1985, pp. Many trinitarians attempt to prove that jesus claimed to be god when he said at john 10. This evidencean early translation of the new testamentcomes from the same century as.
Since 1976 all doctrinal decisions have been made by the governing body of jehovahs witnesses, a group of elders at the denominations headquarters. The jehovahs witness version in the new world translation says, in the beginning was the word, and the. What do jehovahs witnesses believe answers christians need. Redianswers on jehovah s witness doctrine this tool has been provided on behalf of grieshaber ministries and has been slightly formatted from its original format to be displayed on the internet. Jehovahs witness doctrine redianswers study resources. The bible firmly, and clearly, shows that jesus was created. Truly, then, there is absolutely no evidence for a trinitarian interpretation at john 10.
Jehovah s witness leaders and other supporters of modern translations claim that 1 john 5. Do jehovahs witnesses have their own version of the bible. What do jehovahs witnesses believe answers christians. The new world translation 1984 is an accurate, easytoread holy bible. Jehovahs witness quick reference guide study resources. Some of the strongest evidence of the new world translations bias against the deity of jesus christ can be seen in the surrounding verses of many of the passages noted above where the jehovahs witness bible inserts jehovah instead of lord when referencing attributes of god that are being applied directly to jesus christ. Unhappily, though, it is unlikely that the bible is the most widely read book in the world. The bible uses terms to help mankind understand things that are invisible in the heavens. The main false doctrines taught by the jws henceforth used to abbreviate jehovah s witnesses are as follows. You should ask any questions that are in your heart. Up until the conversion of cornelius, the gospel invitation had not been made available to. The jehovahs witness bible called the new world translation translates john 10. Below are 10 facts about this group which branched off from orthodox christianity in the late 1800s. Jehovahs witnesses use the standard 66book protestant bible, but usually use their own translation thereof they do reference other translations from time to time, but generally use the new world translation.
Well, to restate it slightly for the purpose of clarification, it is a bible study that is conducted by a couple of jehovahs witnesses. Therefore, because the bible does not contradict itself, the translating of john 1. Here the same greek word refers to the confirmation or declaration that john the baptist made concerning jesus and that is recorded in the verses that follow. The jehovahs witnesses, jesus christ, and the gospel of. Jesus answered them, i told you, and you do not believe. What we find puzzling, is that jehovahs witnesses believe jesus to be. However, many bible greek experts tell us that bible writers consistently described groups of individuals as one figuratively in the sense of their being united in will and purpose. And people are quite uncomfortable with a little guy standing up and saying the majority of people, including priests, have been wrong for a couple thousand years. How to share the gospel with a jehovahs witness dare 2. Jehovah s witnesses base all of their beliefs on the bible, as interpreted by the governing body. Many jehovah s witnesses are publicizing new manuscript evidence they claim supports their preferred rendition of john 1. When a jehovah s witness knocks on your door, do you know what to say. The jehovahs witnesses, jesus christ, and the gospel of john robert m.
Why do people think the jehovahs witnesses bible is. The new testament portion was released in 1950, as the new world translation of the christian greek scriptures, with the complete bible released in 1961. The 10 most important things you can say to a jehovahs witness. Jun 16, 2010 well, to restate it slightly for the purpose of clarification, it is a bible study that is conducted by a couple of jehovah s witnesses. Exposing the jehovahs witnesses cult eternal evangelism.
The bible indicates that there is threeinoneness in the godhead matt. Five more questions for jehovahs witnesses catholic answers. That is why jesus referes to his father as the only true god. Only 144,000 jehovah s witness go to heaven reasoning from the scriptures, 1985, pp. If you are a jehovah witness, please know that i am not here to bash you, but rather i am here to help you understand the truth as a sister in christ. Dec 15, 2018 jehovah s witnesses believe that jesus is not equal with god. The main false doctrines taught by the jws henceforth used to abbreviate jehovahs witnesses are as follows. The new world translation of the holy scriptures is published by jehovah s witnesses. Bad translations of the jehovahs witness bible, the new. In beginning was the word, and the word was with the god, and god was the word. There are 5 core beliefs of jehovah witnesses that they claim to be biblical however, they are not supported by the bible with further examination. Jehovah s witnesse s is a millenarian restorationist christian denomination with nontrinitarian beliefs distinct from mainstream christianity. Jehovah s witnesses believe death is a state of nonexistence with no consciousness.
Jehovahs witnesses 10 things to know about their beliefs. Based on the jehovah s witness new world translation, revised 1984 edition. How to use the back of a napkin to prove to a jehovahs. The bible speaks of the church as jehovahs flock acts 20. Sit down and read all the way through the gospel of john and his three letters. Here the same greek word refers to the confirmation or declaration that john the baptist made concerning jesus.
The books of the bible are listed in order and by chapter so you can find verses quickly. It doesnt surprise us that the watchtower the jehovahs witnesses deny that. Up until the conversion of cornelius, the gospel invitation had not been made available to the gentiles. Jehovahs witnesses are a people of faith that many of us likely dont know that much about. John ankerberg, john weldon, and dillon burroughs team up to revise and update the facts on jehovah s witnesses, part of the popular facts on series more than 1. Again, because the jehovahs witnesses deny god in flesh for the scriptures john 1. Where in scripture does it say that jesus is the same. The group reports a worldwide membership of approximately 8. John, who bare witness of the word of god, and of the testimony of jesus christ. Many jehovahs witnesses are publicizing new manuscript evidence they claim supports their preferred rendition of john 1. Fully documented with photocopies of statements from rare watchtower publications, this book reveals many facts the watchtower society tries to hide from jehovahs witnesses and investigators of this religion. As of 2010, there are over 7 million active jehovah. Therefore, since they deny that jesus is divine, they have altered the.
The jehovahs witnesses, jesus christ, and the gospel of john. The 11 beliefs you should know about jehovahs witnesses. Again, because the jehovah s witnesses deny god in flesh for the scriptures john 1. We prove with their own official publications that they are based on lies and deception. Facts the watchtower society doesnt want you to know 4jehovah. Jehovahs witness leaders and other supporters of modern translations claim that 1 john 5. As their interpretations of the bible evolved, witness publications decreed that saluting national flags is a form of idolatry, which led to a new outbreak of mob violence and government opposition in the united states, canada, germany, and other countries.
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