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Indoctrination of Children |
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According to Jehovah's Witnesses, all religious organizations on earth are false, interpreted to be from "Babylon the Great" of Revelation chapter 17, the supposed empire of false religion, which Satan the Devil is the leader of. Only Jehovah's Witnesses have the absolute doctrinal truth. The Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, with the small group of men, the governing body, are interpreted to be part of the "faithful and discreet slave class", the only people on the planet earth being used by God, as his sole channel of communication.
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BEGINNING OF WATCHTOWER ARTICLE (Portions Only) |
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May 15, 2001 pg. 23 |
| 1. Example Of A "Pioneer" Couple and The Indoctrination Of Their Son. B. Children And Their Parents Are Considered Stronger Spiritually When They |
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While still quite young, Felito began witnessing on his own. He fulfilled his desire to be a Kingdom publisher, and later he was baptized. In time, Felito became a regular pioneer. His parents comment: "As we watch our son's progress, we realize that we owe it to Jehovah and his instruction. (his slave class, the Watchtower Society)"
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1. God (Jehovah) Made Equal to The "Slave Class" Leaders of Jehovah's Witnesses. |
" . . . How thankful we are that Jehovah has provided abundantly for the instruction and spiritual development of families! Do you take full advantage of all the provisions made through the faithful and discreet slave class?"
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FOLLOWING GOD = |
| 1. Becoming a "Publisher" 2. Working at "Bethel" (Watchtower Headquarters). 3. Preaching Watchtower Doctrines in Elementary School. |
"Scriptural goals likewise contribute to a spiritually strong family, and parents should help their children establish these. Appropriate goals include reading the Bible daily, becoming a regular publishers of the good news and progressing to dedication and baptism. Other goals may include full-time service as a pioneer, at Bethel, or as a missionary. While in elementary school, a Japanese girl named Ayumi made it her goal to witness to everyone in her class. To arouse the interest of her teacher and classmates, she obtained permission to place several Bible publications in the library. As a result, 13 Bible studies were arranged for during her six years in elementary school One of those Bible students and others in the student's family became baptized Christians (Jehovah's Witnesses)."
| 1. Must Attend The Kingdom Hall To Be Spiritually Strong. 2. Children Expected To Listen Attentively. 3. Preparation For Meetings Is Vital. 4. Expected To Have Bible, Songbook And Watchtower Publication. |
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"Also necessary for strong spiritual health is regular meeting attendance. The apostle Paul admonished fellow believers 'not to forsake the gathering of themselves together, as some had the custom.' Let that not become our custom, for young and old alike benefit greatly from regular presence at Christian meetings (at the Kingdom Hall). Children should be taught to listen attentively. Preparation for meetings is vital too, for the greatest benefit comes from having an active part by commenting. While a young child may start by saying a couple of words or reading a a small portion of a paragraph, it will be most beneficial if children are trained to search out answers and to phrase them in their own words. Do you parents set the example by making regular, meaningful comments yourselves? It is also good for each member of the family to have a Bible, a songbook, and a copy of the publication being used for the Scriptural discussion."
| 1. Children Expected To Perform The (Door
to Door) Ministry Preaching Work. 2. Parents Expected To Watch Their Children's Attitude In The Preaching Work 3. Children Expected To Have Their Own Witnessing Case, Being Both Neat And Clean. |
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Notice, Both The Appearance of A Fine Attitude And The Neat and Clean Witnessing Book Bag |
"Why is it beneficial for parents and their children to work together in the ministry? (Door to Door preaching) In this way, children can note and copy the good example of their parents. At the same time, parents can observe the attitude, deportment and ability of their children. Make sure to take your children with you in various features of the ministry. If possible, let each child have his own witnessing case, and teach him or her to keep it n eat and presentable. By consistent training and encouragement, true appreciation for the ministry will be built up, and children will se the preaching work as a means of showing love for God and neighbor."
| 1. Parents Expected To Talk About Watchtower Articles and The Preaching Work Every Day and
Every Opportunity. 2. Daily Thanks To God To Be Equated To The Watchtower Organization's Role As God's Only True Organization and Divine Representative. ("The Truth") |
"Maintaining spirituality of the family is essential. One means of doing this
is to discuss spiritual things with your family at every opportunity. Do you discuss the
day's Bible text with them? Is it your custom to share field service experiences
or points from the latest Watchtower and Awake magazines "when you walk on the road"? Do you
remember to thank Jehovah in prayer for each day of life and for his bountiful provisions "when you lie down
and when you get up"? When your children see love for God reflected in everything you do, this will help them
to make the truth their own."

In Addition to non-associating with "worldly" people, not celebrating
all holidays, attending three, two hour/one hour meetings per week and the door to door preaching . . . . .
1. Do
you discuss the day's Bible text with them?
2. Is
it your custom to share field service experiences or points from the latest Watchtower
and Awake magazines "when you walk on the road"?
3. Do
you remember to thank Jehovah in prayer for each day of life and for his bountiful provisions "when you lie
down and when you get up"?
| 1. Children Expected To Research Watchtower Publications For Bible Answers. 2. Children Expected To Share their Watchtower Research With Other Family Members. |
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Rest Assured, they will use only Watchtower Publications (Viewpoint) and those in agreement there of. |
"At times, children will need guidance to deal successfully with problems or situations that arise. Rather than always telling them what to do, why not show them how to find God's viewpoint on matters by encouraging them to do research on their own? (Using Watchtower Publications) Teaching children to make good use of all the tools and publications provided through the 'faithful slave' will help them to develop a close relationship with Jehovah. And when they share the benefits of their Bible research with other members of the household, the spirituality of the family is further enhanced."
| 1. Single Parents Are Encouraged To Rely On The Watchtower Society, Who Are Equal To Jehovah. 2. No Rebellious Rock'n'Roll. Children Are Expected To Listen And Sing Wholesome And Upbuilding Music, Including Watchtower Kingdom Music, In Order To Continue Forever On A Paradise Earth. |
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Does This Mean No Ozzy Mom? |
NO Children, We Must Sing Wholesome Music and Kingdom Melodies |
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Is It Just Me, Or Do The Watchtower Folks Look Stoned? Click To Enlarge |
"Wise parents realize that 'there is a time to laugh and a time to skip about.' Essential to building a child's mind and body are leisure time and balanced, wholesome recreation. Upbuilding music and especially singing songs of praise to God will help a child to develop a healthy attitude that can play an important role in strengthening his relationship with Jehovah. Youth is also the time to prepare to be a God-fearing adult, so that enjoyment of life can continue forever on a paradise earth."
| 1. Obedience To God (Jehovah)
The Same As To The Watchtower. 2. Time Remaining Left Remaining To Teach And Train Children Until Armageddon Is Limited And Will Not Be Repeated. |
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"Time Remaining Is Limited And Will Not Be Repeated" |
"Jehovah wants all Christian families to succeed as strong spiritual units. If we truly love God and do our best to obey his Word, he will bless our efforts and will supply us with the strength needed to follow his inspired direction. Remember that the opportunity you now have to reach and train your children is limited and will not be repeated. Do your very best to apply the counsel of God's Word, and Jehovah will bless your efforts to build a spiritually strong family."
END OF WATCHTOWER ARTICLE
THE FOLLOWING SECTION IS STILL UNDER CONSTRUCTION
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Children Are Taught To Shun Those Who Have Left the Organization |
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Including Parents And Family Members |
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"No Birthdays and Christmas, they are bad and displease Jehovah." |
"No Cheerleading, It's Worldly and No Team Sports Either." |
In addition to teaching children the unique doctrinal interpretations of the Watchtower Society, children are taught that all other religious teachings are from Satan the Devil.
In addition to the refusal of a flag salute, and all holiday celebrations, all extra circular activities in school are to be avoided. This includes all sports activities, drama, music, arts and nature programs.
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