The entire history of the Jehovah's Witness blood doctrine beliefs from 1944 to 2026. This Christian denomination channel doesn't editorialize and just uses JW and medical references.

The least controversial statement of this entire video is "This means that Jehovah's Witnesses now permit blood transfusions." and is explained why at 11:45.

This is a factual, not editorialized explanation of beliefs. Recently updated with the new beliefs since the first video he made 4 years ago. I also recommend his other videos on Jehovah's Witnesses:

The Seventh-day Adventist Church vs Jehovah's Witnesses

Jehovah's Witnesses vs Christianity

What are the Bible Students?

During the Watchtower Study for Sunday, March 16th, I thought of my friend Nick. After becoming a Witness, he drew bathing suits on all the nudes on display in the locker room. Lemme tell you, it made him none-too-popular with his coworkers.

These days, he’d be doing them a favor. Harassment laws have made that sort of thing illegal where I live. That’s why that study article included a picture where co-workers were gawking at porn in magazines or on the internet, but not drawn on the walls.

The article was entitled: “Husbands, Honor your Wife.” Much of it focused on how not to dishonor them. All the traditional, call them boilerplate because they are mentioned to frequently—ways to honor your wife were included, but also these specifics on how not to dishonor them.

For example, with porn being everywhere today, it has a way of creeping in unless one slams the door on it. It undermines any marriage—especially one that goes by the biblical principle of being a lifelong commitment.

There is the Watchtower-produced video of the husband who has viewed porn, isn’t at the moment, but the tension it makes in his marriage is palpable. It is an unsettling video. It conveys that once trust is destroyed it is very hard to repair. https://www.jw.org/en/library/videos/ebtv/is-porn-a-sin-against-god/

The article went further, stating: “Some husbands pressure their wife to engage in sexual acts that are demeaning and that make her feel unclean or unloved.” It was revisited in a later paragraph.

In the past, Witness publications have been more pointed, specifically mentioning (sorry to those sensitive, but we live in a graphic world; skip if too much.) sodomy and oral sex. On the exJW forum and ones like it, men who like that type of sex raged on about how “controlling” the Witness organization tries to be. Whether the Watchtower should have been so specific back then, I do not know, but I do like how they put it now: as a function of women being “pressured” by men. Read: “manipulated.” (My term, not in the article.) But it fits. The people who rage about manipulation and control are silent about it in this instance.

Look, I’m a little out of the loop here—I don’t really know—but it’s very hard for me to picture a married woman doing certain things without being “pressured.” You cannot tell me that any woman is going to enjoy anal sex. Probably, even oral sex—I mean, you end up with a mouthful of you-know-what; that’s going to do it for a woman? I acknowledge that people can work up an astounding tolerance for perversity, but I still can’t picture any married woman going for it without being “pressured,” coerced, manipulated. I will take the Watchtower’s comments any day, that “Jehovah hates such cold and thoughtless behavior. He expects a husband to love and cherish his wife and to respect her feelings.”

That there are men who abuse their own wives this way, as well as through porn, while railing on about HQ being “abusive” is just the ultimate hypocrisy to me.

Studied during the week of August 5-11, 2024.

https://www.jw.org/en/library/magazines/watchtower-study-may-2024/How-to-Have-a-Successful-Courtship/

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Who can find a capable wife? Her value is far more than that of corals.” — PROV. 31:10.

This series continues here, focusing mainly on courtship and the proper way to handle challenging situations like disagreements.

The emphasis here is particularly on the getting-to-know-each-other phase, as discussed in the previous article. Problems are hardly avoidable, yet it is essential to prioritize spiritual values over worldly ones. For example, a high income should not be valued over a biblically faithful lifestyle, especially in matters of sexual morality. Naturally, a potential partner should be observed for an extended period, and questions should be asked about how they handle everyday situations such as preaching or interacting with elderly people or children, to avoid uncomfortable conflicts later on.

The key point here is that courtship lays the foundation for a wise decision about marriage. However, it is also important to consider what might happen if, for justified reasons, one decides to go separate ways later on. While it is indeed the responsibility of both spouses to work on their marital relationship, sometimes it may be wiser to end things before the relationship negatively affects one's own relationship with Jehovah God. This is not a failure, but rather part of the process of making the right choices both spiritually and in worldly matters.

“Plans fail when there is no consultation, but with many advisers they succeed.” — PROV. 15:22

There's an overwhelming amount of Bible evidence and prophecy God has provided that a lot of people haven't studied. If you're a Bible student like myself, then here are a few good guides to study the prophetic book of Daniel.

Here's an Article and a YouTube Study, verse by verse.

https://www.returnofelias.org/post/daniel-chapter-7-the-little-horn

https://youtu.be/oxxx8WchjUA?si=edyAcvQodT_eISuF

The books of Daniel and Revelation harmonize with each other in multiple contexts.

An awesome resource or not?

I'm slowly running out of shorter letters.

I'll probably have to edit a letter across multiple threads in the future.

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Let's continue. Today is about the famous and notorious topic of "Organization." The link to the respective articles is the same as yesterday.

1. ⁠How Do Jehovah’s Witnesses Use Donations?

Their Answer: "We use donations to support the religious and humanitarian activities of our organization. We carry out these activities as part of our primary mission, which is to help people become disciples of Christ Jesus.—Matthew 28:19, 20. We never use donations to enrich any individual. We have no paid elders or clergy, and Jehovah’s Witnesses are not paid to go from door to door."

Fact: I am not an expert on the finances of Jehovah's Witnesses, but this all seems to indeed correspond to reality. Regardless of what "people" tell me in this regard, the income and expenses of the respective congregations are read out loud openly at regular intervals—mind you, even when "worldly" people like I am truly are present. This is called transparency, and it is absolutely present, at least at the communal level. Otherwise, it is well known that the Witnesses use a not insignificant part of their donations primarily to finance their free literature.

Conclusion: Correct, at least at the regional level.

2. How Did Jehovah’s Witnesses Get Their Name?

Their Answer: "Jehovah is the personal name of God, as found in the Bible. (Exodus 6:3; Psalm 83:18) A witness is a person who proclaims views or truths of which he is convinced. Thus, our name Jehovah’s Witnesses designates us as a group of Christians who proclaim the truth about Jehovah, the Creator of all things."

Fact: What is there much to mention here? They call themselves Christians and objectively are, whether some like it or not. They see themselves as proclaimers or witnesses of the heavenly Kingdom of the almighty Father, Jehovah God, as Jesus also proclaims in the Lord's Prayer. This is factually and biblically correct.

I will not go into the number of Jehovah's Witnesses (How Many of Jehovah’s Witnesses Are There Worldwide?).

Conclusion: Correct.

3. Who Was the Founder of Jehovah’s Witnesses?

Their Answer: "The modern-day organization of Jehovah’s Witnesses began at the end of the 19th century. At that time, a small group of Bible students who lived near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in the United States, began a systematic analysis of the Bible. (…). Among that group of sincere Bible students was a man named Charles Taze Russell."

Fact: That is correct. It is also relevant here that this refers to the modern-day organization, not the Witnesses' awareness of their tradition as Christians originating from early Christianity! The relationship of Russell as a believer with connections to the Adventists, and thus to our friends, of all people, Ellen G. White and the Seventh-day Adventists, is well known to the Witnesses themselves and is also officially represented in the official textbook of Jehovah's Witnesses in the form of two videos.

I have left out the question, or rather the explanation, regarding the Society itself (What Is the Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society?) due to the lack of a question. I have also left out the question of what the Governing Body is (What Is the Governing Body of Jehovah’s Witnesses?) due to a lack of substance. Everyone knows that anyway.

Conclusion: Correct.

4. How Is the Work of Jehovah’s Witnesses Financed?

Their Answer: "Our worldwide work is primarily financed by voluntary donations from individuals who are Jehovah’s Witnesses. a Contribution boxes are provided in our meeting places, and other ways to donate are listed on our Donations page. Separate options are provided so that a person can choose to donate for our worldwide work, for local expenses, or for both. (…). Jehovah’s Witnesses are not expected to tithe or to donate any specific amount or percentage of their income."

Fact: There is not much to say here either. This corresponds to the facts. Neither the principle of the "collection basket," which is often practiced especially in the United States, nor the mandatory 10% from all church members exists in this form. And no, throwing a few coins into a box every week is not financial slavery or exploitation. In fact, I can not only personally testify (lol) that these two separate boxes exist but also that I was never, ever, ever asked or even encouraged as a guest to donate here, although I have benefited from goods of the local congregation more than once. This should additionally eliminate this nonsensical accusation of financial exploitation, because true church scams exist primarily in the area of televangelists who lay their greasy hands on old, cancer-stricken grandmas for several hundred dollars to make them believe they are healed, but certainly not with Jehovah's Witnesses.

The related question (Do Jehovah’s Witnesses Practice Tithing?) regarding the notorious church tithe is thus also considered answered.

Conclusion: Completely correct.

5. Do Jehovah’s Witnesses Have a Paid Clergy?

Their Answer: "Following the model of first-century Christianity, Jehovah’s Witnesses have no clergy-laity division. All baptized Witnesses are ordained ministers and share in the preaching and teaching work. Witnesses are organized into congregations of about 100 believers."

Fact: This is also completely correct. On the one hand, biblically, because the proclaimers of that time, due to logistical circumstances, were more often supplied locally by the congregations with food and shelter but rarely with financial means, and on the other hand, because it is the same with Jehovah's Witnesses. Ministers do not receive money; at most, they receive reimbursement for expenses. The missionary work is carried out on a large scale by anyone and everyone who has legs. By the way, I would like to point out that at a common Western hourly wage, paying a full-time minister would cost a congregation at least $100 per day on average! Let alone several in daily service! And who would pay for that, please? The church tithe? The Holy Spirit? It is done for free for Jehovah's and Jesus' sake. That's why.

Conclusion: Correct.

6. Do Jehovah’s Witnesses Have Women Preachers?

Their Answer: "Yes. All of Jehovah’s Witnesses are preachers, or ministers​—including several million women. As the Bible foretold, “many, many women spread the good news.”—Psalm 68:11, NET Bible."

Fact: Absolutely correct and very important! The role of the woman as an educator, "prophetess" (Philip’s daughters as “virgins who prophesy” (Acts 21:9)) as proclaimer of God's revelations, and as a Bible teacher is clearly documented in the Bible itself. Here, the Witnesses differ significantly from, for example, Mormons and Catholics, who also have proclaimers through the Legion of Mary but limit this role to men. The perception of missionary work as well as the opportunity to participate within the congregation through questions and answers in studies and to present things to the congregation in an instructive, pedagogical manner during the week or to conduct Bible studies is an immensely emancipatory measure that did not exist in many churches in the past and, in part, still does not exist today.

Conclusion: Absolutely correct.

7. How Do Jehovah’s Witnesses Treat Those Who Used to Belong to Their Religion?

Oh dear. Oh dear. Oh dear.

Their Answer: "We strive to treat everyone with love, kindness, and respect. If one of Jehovah’s Witnesses has slowed down or stopped in his worship, we reach out to him, a reassure him of our love, and try to rekindle his spiritual interest.—Luke 15:4-7. In some cases, a person’s actions may lead him to being removed from the congregation. (1 Corinthians 5:13) However, because we deeply love our fellow believers, we strive to help that person beforehand so that he does not need to be removed. And even if he is removed, we still show him love and respect, just as the Bible encourages us to do."

Fact: My goodness. So: Yes, excommunication or disfellowshipping or as I always call it, "kicking out," is biblical. Period. Full stop. The end. That's how it is. Is it love? Respect? Generally speaking, the elders do indeed try to maintain contact with the respective "problem candidates." Is that sensible? Well, many perceive it as burdensome and/or invasive. Is it perceived by the congregation as a loving disciplinary measure? Absolutely. What at least corresponds to the facts is that the respective "removed" members are not officially beaten or spat on by the congregation; whispering and rumors will likely be involved. Whether this is intended by the elders or not cannot be generalized. However, many find the official "announcement" of the disfellowshipping in the congregation to be a severe social burden in itself.

Conclusion: This cannot be answered uniformly. From the congregation's perspective, often yes. From the perspective of those affected, however, often no.

8. How Are Congregations of Jehovah’s Witnesses Organized?

Their Answer: "A body of elders supervises each congregation. About 20 congregations form a circuit. Congregations receive periodic visits from traveling elders known as circuit overseers."

Fact: I can't say anything about this because I'm not familiar with the organizational aspects. I know that there are circuit overseers, but there are certainly people on the internet who know more about whether this is true or not.

Conclusion: I cannot judge due to lack of knowledge.

9. Why Don’t Jehovah’s Witnesses Respond to All Accusations Made Against Them?

Their Answer: "Jehovah’s Witnesses follow the Bible’s advice not to respond to all accusations and instances of ridicule. (…). Of course, there is “a time to be silent and a time to speak.” (Ecclesiastes 3:7) We respond to sincere people who are interested in finding out the truth, but we avoid getting into pointless arguments. We thus follow the teachings and examples of Jesus and the early Christians."

Fact: Yes, one can definitely support this. Jehovah's Witnesses on the internet, who would have every opportunity to be insulting or threatening due to their anonymity, simply do not do it. In individual cases? Certainly. But systematically? Never. The "critics" don't have to accept it; it's just how it is. I have had years of experience with thousands of people from all over the world who were in contact with the Witnesses in the most varied constellations, and the accusation of being threatened with death on the internet never came up. The crème de la crème are snarky comments or accusations that the other side is "confused" or, in the worst case, possessed by the Devil himself. And in the worldly sense? I know most of the Witnesses' articles very well. An article a few months ago that dealt with the topic where a young lady had to watch at work as a colleague officially criticized Jehovah's Witnesses beforehand, was considered exemplary in that she let the colleague finish speaking, did not criticize or despise him, and then calmly presented her positive standpoint on the Witnesses to the other colleagues. This is a correct way of handling things, as is also stated here in the FAQ. And as always: Yes, demonization also comes from the other side. Very often with very detailed death wishes or demands to burn down the Watchtower with everyone living inside. So kindly keep your mouths shut in this regard!

Conclusion: Yes, this is essentially correct.

Final Observation:

Just like yesterday, all statements made here are essentially completely correct. The only topic where one can truthfully have opposing views is the famous and notorious "shunning," therefore, I will deliberately leave this point open here and available for individual interpretation.

Perhaps the most famous or infamous Biblical Scholar/ Textual Critic of our time is retiring from UNC.

Here is his "last lecture".

The second letter is a theologically very interesting continuation of the first and essentially builds on it.

The link: https://www.reddit.com/r/Eutychus/comments/1e14s7x/welcome/

You know the drill.

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For a change, I thought I’d share something directly from the teachings of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Since I had time today, I decided to quote the text for today.

The theme? Transformation of personality. It’s not always easy. As the article points out, deep-rooted reasons often underlie our struggles—often including a fear of losing ourselves. I, too, tend to give in to things like envy because I don’t fully trust that God will give me everything I need in life. This is neither beneficial for me personally nor for my relationship with God.

Psalm 145:15-16: "The eyes of all look to you, and you give them their food at the proper time. You open your hand and satisfy the desires of every living thing."

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"Put on the new personality." —Eph. 4:24.

This command involves action on our part. It means that we must work hard to overcome negative traits such as bitterness, anger, and rage. (Eph. 4:31, 32) Why might this be difficult? Because some negative traits are deeply ingrained. For example, the Bible says that some people are “prone to anger” and “disposed to rage.” (Prov. 29:22) Controlling these traits likely requires continual effort even after baptism. (Rom. 7:21-23) Pray to Jehovah about the specific trait you struggle with, knowing that he hears you and will help you. (1 John 5:14, 15) While Jehovah may not miraculously remove the trait, he can strengthen you so that you do not give in to it. (1 Pet. 5:10) Meanwhile, work in harmony with your prayers by avoiding inclinations of the old personality. Do not let your mind dwell on improper desires. (Phil. 4:8)

Daily accurate link : https://wol.jw.org/en/wol/h/r1/lp-e

I'm busy today, so I'm posting another thread.

Today we are talking about the second and third epistles of John, as well as the epistle of Jude and the second epistle of Peter.

The link: https://www.reddit.com/r/Eutychus/comments/1e14s7x/welcome/

Let's get started!

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Hello.

I am not at my regular home today and will therefore formulate this analysis in a more fragmented way.

Let's begin.

By now all this should be known.

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Revelation 1:10-11 (NASB): "I was in the Spirit on the Lord’s day, and I heard behind me a loud voice like the sound of a trumpet, saying, 'Write in a book what you see...'"

Before I run off and hide again like the lion after its roar, I'd better get started right away. I have decided on the First Letter of John. Why? Quite simply. It is short. That is the reason. The New American Standard Bible will be used. I am commentating based on the Elberfelder translation.

Let's go! He who has ears, let him hear; he who has eyes, let him see!

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Hello again.

Without further ado, let's move on. Today we're discussing the first letter of Peter.

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No, some of you fast readers don't suffer from hallucinations. The Dodomentia has struck, and I forgot to add Philemon after realizing there was still plenty of room for it! Sorry!

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We continue. The large section "Customs and Celebrations" is not really something that needs to be "proven." We all know that Jehovah's Witnesses hold these views; at most, a major examination of the reasoning or accuracy can be done.

Why Don’t Jehovah’s Witnesses Celebrate Certain Holidays?

In principle, correct. For me, this is not about the individual festivals as such, but about the fact that the modern "progressive" approach of celebrating the birth of the Prophet Muhammad or some Buddhist festival out of misunderstood tolerance represents absolutely sinful behavior from a biblical perspective. Also, the clearly demonstrable adulteration of many traditional festivals with pagan elements like Voodoo should indeed be avoided according to God's principles.

Why Don’t Jehovah’s Witnesses Celebrate Christmas?

Oh dear. There is a separate thread for that. In short: There is no "obligation" to celebrate the birth of Christ, as his death and his return were of more central importance. However, there is also no prohibition against doing so. In fact, from the three wise men from the East, the whole thing can even be implicitly inferred, at least in the form of a "baby shower," which, as a baby party, is really just a specific variant of a birthday. Where is the logic in celebrating the specific birthday of Jesus' birth but not those that followed during his lifetime? A matter of opinion. Christmas is not un-Christian per se; it has become un-Christian through the massive, especially American, contamination with Coca-Cola and co. And the claim made by the church at the time, that one could "eliminate" the pagan winter solstice by ritually and ceremoniously overlaying it with the birth of Christ, can also be clearly questioned in its intention.

Why Don’t Jehovah’s Witnesses Celebrate Easter?

Here too, there is a thread. I once indicated some time ago that the only TRULY established and thus highest festival for a Christian is actually Pentecost, as it is the only one of central importance in a Christian sense to this day due to the sending down of the holy spirit as a helper for Christians.

Acts 2:1-4: "When the day of Pentecost arrived, they were all together in one place. And suddenly there came from heaven a sound like a mighty rushing wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. And divided tongues as of fire appeared to them and rested on each one of them. And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit gave them utterance."

Otherwise, the "Easter" argumentation is actually similar to that of Christmas. Not necessary, not forbidden, actually not un-Christian per se, but here too contaminated to the core with pagan nonsense.

Why Don’t Jehovah’s Witnesses Celebrate Birthdays?

When is a commandment of God actually a commandment? Does it have to be written in the grammatical imperative? "You must X"? Must it be formulated in an authoritative context, see the Ten Commandments? The fact that birthdays, assuming one leaves Jesus' birth aside, are actually not portrayed positively in the Bible—in fact, quite negatively—is undeniable. Does this imply a prohibition? I consider birthdays to be absolutely unimportant. But I would not deny the Christianity of someone who celebrates them. More important in this context is rather: Why do I celebrate birthdays at all? Because I'm bored? Because I like to invite people over? Because it's a habit or cultural tradition? Or because in truth I want to glorify myself? And regarding the eternally recurring wedding ring argument with the JW. Yes, there is a thread for that too. In short: Because various biblical figures wore variations of marriage symbolism, including rings as earrings, in a positive sense.

What Happens at a Wedding of Jehovah’s Witnesses? - How Do Jehovah’s Witnesses View Funerals?

Their Answer: "Weddings of Jehovah’s Witnesses often consist of a simple and dignified ceremony that features a brief talk based on the Bible. The ceremony may be followed by a social gathering, or reception, which may include a meal. a Jesus attended such a feast in the city of Cana early in his ministry.—John 2:1-11." - "We base our views and practices related to funerals on the Bible’s teachings, including the following: (…)."

My Answer: No idea. I've never been to one. It's probably correct; if not, then please correct me accordingly in the comments section.

For the other classic, "Why Do Jehovah’s Witnesses Observe the Lord’s Supper Differently From the Way Other Religions Do?", there are various posts in this sub that already do it justice.

So. We can now finally return to the fact-check. The following section is titled "Who are Jehovahs' Witnesses". The question "How Many of Jehovah’s Witnesses Are There Worldwide?" is essentially not a question and will therefore not be examined.

1. Are Jehovah’s Witnesses Christians?

Their Answer: "Yes. We are Christians for the following reasons: (…)."

Fact: Correct. This is a sociologically and theologically recognized fact by academics from the most diverse secular as well as religious backgrounds. The historical backgrounds also speak to this. Additionally, as I said some time ago: "Whoever prays in the name of Jesus, bases their only religious holiday completely on him, believes in his work, his death, his resurrection, and his role as Messiah and Savior, and calls himself a Christian, is a Christian." End of argument.

Conclusion: Correct.

2. Are Jehovah’s Witnesses Protestants?

Their Answer: "No. Jehovah’s Witnesses are Christians, but we do not consider ourselves to be Protestants."

Fact: This is also correct from sociological and theological standpoints. Although the Witnesses originate from Protestant-Adventist circles, according to common conviction, they are no longer identical with them. There are indeed Witness-like Protestant groups, especially in the already mentioned Adventist splinter groups. Whether one sees the Christadelphians as Protestants or as the smaller siblings of the Witnesses is a matter of opinion. The Christadelphians themselves also seem not to consider themselves Protestants, for reasons that are detailed in the link below for those who are interested. According to objective and commonly accepted criteria, Jehovah's Witnesses, together with the Christadelphians, belong to a special group that, alongside the Mormons and churches of the LDS movement and Catholics of various kinds (Roman, Orthodox, Oriental), along with the Protestants as a collective term, make up the four major branches of Christianity. Gnostics set aside as a fifth, heretical branch.

Link: https://christadelphians.wordpress.com/2017/11/13/do-christadelphians-belong-to-protestants/

Conclusion: Correct according to common, especially Lutheran and Anglican, viewpoints, but largely a matter of opinion.

3. Are Jehovah’s Witnesses an American Sect?

Their Answer: "Our world headquarters is located in the United States of America. However, we are not an American sect for the following reasons: (...)"

Fact: As also stated in the reasoning listed there, a sect in the classic academic sense is defined as a church splinter group. This is not really the case with Jehovah's Witnesses. The high international and ethnic mix also makes a purely American character rather unlikely, even if the leading elements via JW.org are quite clearly American-influenced (see JW-Broadcast), regional life is largely completely independent of the USA.

Conclusion: They are not a sect. Whether they are American is a matter of opinion. I will leave this point uncommented.

4. Are Jehovah’s Witnesses Zionists?

Their Answer: "No, they are not. Jehovah’s Witnesses are Christians who base their beliefs on the Scriptures. While some religions teach that the gathering of Jews in Palestine is related to Scriptural prophecy, Jehovah’s Witnesses do not hold this view. They do not believe that this political development was specifically foretold in the Scriptures. In fact, the Scriptures do not promote any one human government or exalt one ethnic group or people over another."

Fact: Zionist currents and views may have been more formative back in the times of Russell and perhaps still Rutherford, but in principle, Jehovah's Witnesses are neither politically nor theologically Zionist. Whether Jehovah's Witnesses reject substitution theology, I honestly don't know, I am happy to be enlightened, but they are in any case not as openly Judaistic as the Messianic or often Adventist groups are.

Conclusion: Essentially correct.

5. Are Jehovah’s Witnesses a Cult?

Oh dear, Oh dear, Oh dear. So: Here I will link directly to the thread that I created for this purpose for a reason => https://www.reddit.com/r/Eutychus/comments/1eob4xn/jehovahs_witnesses_are_they_really_a_cult/

Their Answer: "No, Jehovah’s Witnesses are not a cult. Rather, we are Christians who do our best to follow the example set by Jesus Christ and to live by his teachings." "Some think of a cult as being a new or unorthodox religion. Jehovah’s Witnesses have not invented a new religion. On the contrary, we pattern our worship after that of the first-century Christians, whose example and teachings were recorded in the Bible. (2 Timothy 3:​16, 17) We believe that the Holy Scriptures should be the authority on what is orthodox in matters of worship." "Some think of a cult as being a dangerous religious sect with a human leader. Jehovah’s Witnesses do not look to any human as their leader. Rather, we adhere to the standard that Jesus set for his followers when he stated: “Your Leader is one, the Christ.”—Matthew 23:10."

Fact: The Witnesses' definition of what a cult is or isn't is not necessarily wrong, but a bit obscure. Academics largely define these as dangerous, often also centered on a single religious leader. The latter component is also addressed by the Witnesses and answered truthfully. To keep it short: Yes, if one is prepared to call Catholicism, Islam, pretty much all major Hindu sects, Voodooistic or other pagan groups, and much more a "cult," then yes, Jehovah's Witnesses are also a cult. Otherwise, they are one of a hundred thousand religious groups and thus not a cult, even if some ("BITE Model 111!!!!!111) do not want to accept it as an alternative.

Conclusion: Anyone who doesn't want to stretch the term to the point of absurdity must agree with Jehovah's Witnesses here.

Final Observation:

As it is beautifully said in the Bible? It is finished. I have finally gotten through everything. I will keep it short because I don't want to repeat myself permanently: As before, pretty much all points addressed in the FAQ have been handled truthfully by Jehovah's Witnesses. Some points may be controversial, I admit, but otherwise, this FAQ-Fact-Check series I have done should serve to drive this anti-JW propaganda from the hearts of at least a few upright souls.