![]() ![]() ![]() In order to study and learn the principles outlined in the Bible, they gather in a place of worship known as Kingdom Hall. ![]() Jehovah’s Witnesses engage in intensive bible study, which they believe to be inspired by God. Originally it was thought to begin while the generation of 1914 was a live but as that generation slowly faded away the church changed their stance and now it is believed that the year 1914 commenced the beginning of the last days and that any generation after the year of 1914 may be a part of the battle of Armageddon and the Millennium. In addition, they preparing themselves for the battle of Armageddon and the beginning of the Millennium. As a result, their congregations are made up of people from hundreds of different cultures, ethnicities, and linguistic backgrounds united in one common goal, to honor the “God of the Bible and Creator of all things”, Jehovah. Including active and non-active members there are more than 16 million. Active members are those who regularly engage in door-to-door witnessing, averaging 10 hours a month. Only “active” members of the congregation are included in these numbers. What began as a small bible study group, has grown into a worldwide religious organization with over 7 million members, spanning a total of 239 nations. The modern day culture of Jehovah’s Witnesses has continued to evolve for over a hundred years. Villicana, SN - Student Nurse - Utah Valley University- Orem, Utah Bennett, RN, MSN - Assistant Professor - Utah Valley University - Orem, Utah ![]()
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