I did actually go through the Jeremiah book on my own. Afraid to read anything now that comes from the society. So thanks for this, I can go through it at my own pace.
thanks BC
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bumped to research later
Jeremiah Source Material
by Bobcat 51 Replies latest watchtower bible
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Bobcat
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And feel free to add your own research too!
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Bobcat
Page 102, par.20
The main part of the paragraph says:
Under inspiration, Jeremiah foretold: "They will no more teach each one his companion and each one his brother, saying, ‘Know Jehovah!' for they will all of them know me." (Jer. 31:34) In principle, we are already enjoying such outstanding companionship in the Christian congregation, including that with brothers and sisters who are single.
I have a question for others. What is your take on the words "In principle"? Why couldn't they just say, "We are already enjoying such outstanding companionship"? (Whether true or not, I'm trying to understand what "In principle" adds to or modifies about this.
Could it be an acknowledgement to the idea that they don't see Jeremiah 31:34 (concerning the New Covenant) applying directly to the bulk of JWs?
Thanks for any comments.
Take Care
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Vidqun
"In principle" (principle = general truth - Webster) but not according to the letter. The writer asserts they are already doing this in a general, round-about way. Now it appears to be a basic doctrine, but later it will be strictly enforced (in the New System?).
The context deals with friendships. Personally, I view the above as another JW fallacy. When I was married and "in the truth" I had many friends. After my divorce the friendships would dry up. As a single person I did not fit in with the couples anymore, and was sidelined. As many here have remarked, JWs practice conditional love. If you are single and pioneering, you are acceptable. If not, you are viewed as weak = bad association. My five cents for what it's worth.
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