How do I download the JW Library app on a Mac?
Open the Mac App Store to buy and download apps. JW Library is an official app produced by Jehovah's Witnesses. It includes multiple Bible translations, as well as books and brochures for Bible study. • Choose from various Bible translations. • Compare all available Bible versions by tapping a verse number.
What is the last version of JW Library that supports Android?
NOTE: Version 12.5 is the last version that supports Android 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4 and 5.0. If your device runs one of these older operating systems, you will need to update it to receive future versions of JW Library.
Is there an app for Jehovah Witnesses?
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What percentage of Jehovah's Witnesses are black?
Jehovah's Witnesses are among the most racially and ethnically diverse religious groups in America. No more than four-in-ten members of the group belong to any one racial and ethnic background: 36% are white, 32% are Hispanic, 27% are black and 6% are another race or mixed race.
How many Jehovah's Witnesses leave?
An estimated 70,000 Jehovah's Witnesses are disfellowshipped every year — roughly 1% of the church's total population, according to data published by the Watchtower. Their names are published at local Kingdom Halls. Of those, two-thirds never return.
Who is the current leader of Jehovah's Witnesses?
Nathan H. Knorr, President of Jehovah's Witnesses.
Why do Jehovah Witness not celebrate birthdays?
Practicing Jehovah's Witnesses "do not celebrate birthdays because we believe that such celebrations displease God" Even though "the Bible does not explicitly forbid celebrating birthdays," the reasoning lies in biblical ideas, according to an FAQ on the Jehovah's Witnesses' official website.
How do Jehovah's Witnesses make money?
Funding. Jehovah's Witnesses fund their activities, such as publishing, constructing and operating facilities, evangelism, and disaster relief via donations. There is no tithing or collection, but all are encouraged to donate to the organization.
Which country has the most Jehovah Witnesses?
AngolaJehovah's Witnesses have an active presence in most countries. These are the most recent statistics by continent, based on active members, or "publishers" as reported by the Watch Tower Society of Pennsylvania....Africa.CountryAngolaIncrease (%)-2Ratio per Population226Congregations2,538Bible Studies204,60848 more columns
Do JW pioneers get paid?
Special pioneers receive a stipend for basic living expenses. Missionaries: sent to foreign countries to preach. They spend at least 130 hours per month in preaching.
Are Jehovah's Witnesses growing or shrinking?
Jehovah's Witnesses are the fastest-growing church body in the U.S. and Canada, now with more than 1 million members, according to new figures that track church membership in the U.S. and Canada.
Do Jehovah Witness elders get paid?
The majority of elders are family men and maintain secular employment to support their families. Jehovah's Witnesses do not have a salaried clergy nor any employees.
What weird things do Jehovah's Witnesses believe?
They don't believe in military service, national anthems or voting. Jehovah's Witnesses do not stand for national anthems, salute flags, vote or serve in the military. Followers believe their allegiance belongs to God alone, who runs an actual government in heaven.
Why do Jehovah Witnesses believe only 144 000 go to heaven?
Jehovah's Witnesses believe that exactly 144,000 faithful Christians from Pentecost of 33 AD until the present day will be resurrected to heaven as immortal spirit beings to spend eternity with God and Christ. They believe that these people are "anointed" by God to become part of the spiritual "Israel of God".
What do you say to a Jehovah's Witness when someone dies?
What to say to a Jehovah's Witness when someone dies? Don't be afraid of saying the wrong thing to a grieving Jehovah's Witness. As long as you avoid overly pagan statements such as “they are in God's hands” or “your loved one is in Heaven now”, then a comforting general statement will be received well.