In many countries, the government authorizes ministers of Jehovah’s Witnesses to solemnize marriages, where couples exchange vows and may also exchange rings. The exchange of rings between the bride and groom is left entirely optional in marriage services performed by and for Jehovah’s Witnesses. While Jehovah’s Witnesses do not embrace pagan practices, they argue that there is no definite evidence that wedding rings were part of false religious practices.
According to The Watchtower, the official publication of the Jehovah’s Witnesses, the use of wedding rings by Witnesses is considered acceptable. The organization states that there is no definite evidence that such rings were used as part of false religious practices. The Bible does not condemn the wearing of makeup, jewelry, or other forms of adornment but promotes “the incorruptible adornment of the quiet and mild spirit.”
The increasing divorce rate in many lands where married persons usually wear a wedding ring proves that this meaning is more imagined than real. For the majority of persons, including Christians, in lands where wedding rings are common, the ring is an outward indication that the wearer is a married person.
Jehovah’s Witnesses permit the use of wedding rings in the marriage arrangement, despite acknowledging that its origins may be pagan. While weddings at a Kingdom Hall have no specific dress code, Jehovah’s Witnesses strive to follow the Bible’s direction to dress modestly and respectfully.
As Jehovah’s Witnesses, the wearing of rings is not a Bible-based imperative. In the west, most wear it on the third finger of the left hand; however, in some countries, some gay and lesbian couples wear wedding rings on their right hands to show their sexual orientation.
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This shows they don’t do research on everything. Do you Jehovah’s witnesses you forgot to do research on marriage rings.
What religions don’t wear wedding rings?
Some Mennonite groups don’t wear jewelry, including wedding rings. The Amish don’t wear wedding rings, but men are clean-shaven before marriage and grow a full beard after marriage. Quakers don’t wear wedding rings. Some Quaker groups do, but they say “With this ring, I thee wed.” The Friends General Conference says that although wedding rings aren’t necessary, couples can exchange them if they want. This is often done after they speak their vows. Seventh-day Adventists don’t wear wedding rings. However, this is changing. Judaism: You are now my wife according to the law of Moses and Israel. In Orthodox Judaism, only the groom says it in Hebrew. In Reform Judaism, both the bride and groom say it. Many Orthodox Jewish men don’t wear wedding rings.
Does the Bible say not to wear wedding rings?
Biblical Evidence For/Against Wedding Rings. Some Bible stories can help us understand the tradition of exchanging wedding rings. In Genesis 2, God made marriage a covenant. Rings symbolize this covenant. Rings symbolize commitment, as in the parable of the Prodigal Son when the father gave his son a ring to show he was forgiven. But the Bible doesn’t say to wear wedding rings. The Bible values inner qualities more than outward symbols. 1 Timothy 2 says we shouldn’t put too much value on things like jewelry and fancy clothes. The Bible doesn’t condemn wedding rings, but it does call believers to focus on developing godly character in marriage.
The Role of Wedding Rings in Christian Marriage. Wedding rings symbolize fidelity and commitment in a Christian marriage. The unbroken circle symbolizes the permanent bond of marriage. Rings are traditionally worn on the fourth finger of the left hand because an ancient Roman belief said that vein connects to the heart.
What are the rules for Jehovah Witnesses marriage?
Witnesses believe in monogamy and sex only within marriage. Witnesses believe that adultery is the only valid reason for divorce and remarriage. Divorce is only allowed in very rare cases. This contrasts with New York and most other states, where divorce is allowed for any reason.
Christian scripture says God made marriage for a man and a woman. The only reason for divorce is sexual immorality. Matthew 19:5, 6, 9. Jehovah’s Witnesses discuss marriage advice at meetings. This is like other religions that don’t like divorce. Congregation elders help married couples with scriptures. This is similar to other religions and faiths.
What culture does not wear wedding rings?
Asian Cultures. In Asian cultures, engagement and wedding rings are less common than in the West. Men don’t wear wedding rings, and women started wearing them recently. Asian cultures borrowed the idea of wedding rings from Western cultures.
In Chinese culture, there were no engagement rings at all. Now, women expect a special diamond ring.
The Japanese also used to wear a wedding ring on their left hand because they believe a vein leads to the heart through the left hand. Most Japanese people don’t have a favorite hand for a ring. Most modern Japanese rings are made of white gold or platinum, and lab-grown diamonds are very popular.
What cultures do not wear wedding rings?
Asian Cultures. In Asian cultures, engagement and wedding rings are less common than in the West. Men don’t wear wedding rings, and women started wearing them recently. Asian cultures borrowed the idea of wedding rings from Western cultures.
In Chinese culture, there were no engagement rings at all. Now, women expect a special diamond ring.
The Japanese also used to wear a wedding ring on their left hand because they believe a vein leads to the heart through the left hand. Most Japanese people don’t have a favorite hand for a ring. Most modern Japanese rings are made of white gold or platinum, and lab-grown diamonds are very popular.
What is the two person rule for Jehovah Witnesses?
Jehovah’s Witnesses require two witnesses to prove a person did something wrong without confessing. People around the world have raised concerns about how Jehovah’s Witnesses handle cases of child sexual abuse. An independent study in Norway said that Jehovah’s Witnesses handle these cases poorly, but that there is no evidence that Jehovah’s Witnesses are more likely to sexually abuse children than other people. The organization says it hates child sexual abuse. In 2015, it was revealed that the Australian branch of Jehovah’s Witnesses had records of 1,006 people accused of child sexual abuse, involving over 1,800 victims since 1950. None of these cases were reported to the police. Some media and courts have reported that Jehovah’s Witnesses have policies that make it hard for members to report sexual abuse. Some victims say they were told to stay silent to avoid embarrassment. In 2002, Jehovah’s Witnesses said that elders must report child abuse to the authorities if required by law. In 2016, a UK judge ruled against Jehovah’s Witnesses for not protecting a child victim of sexual abuse. The Supreme Court rejected an attempt by the Watch Tower Society to block an inquiry into how the organization handles abuse allegations. This was the end of two years of legal battles in five courts. The attorney for the commission said that WTBTS has challenged the legal basis and scope of the Charity Commission’s inquiry at every stage.
Do Jehovah Witnesses have wedding parties?
Jehovah’s Witnesses celebrate some holidays. They celebrate Christ’s death and wedding anniversaries.
Do Jehovah Witnesses use birth control?
Witness writings often say women should obey their husbands. But they also say women should have some control over their bodies. This includes giving birth at home, breastfeeding, and using contraceptives.
What is the divorce rate for Jehovah Witnesses?
Religious tradition: Married, Divorced/separated, Hindu, 60%, 5%, Black Protestant, 31%, 19%, Jehovah’s Witness, 53%, 12%, Jewish, 56%, 9% The number of adults in each group varies. The sample size for the estimates is in the last column of the table. See this table for the margin of error for a group of a given size. When comparing groups, remember the margin of error. This helps you understand the significance of trends over time. See the survey questionnaire for the full question wording.
Learn More: Married, living with a partner, divorced, widowed, never married.
How do Jehovah witnesses treat their wives?
Family life. The family is headed by the father. The husband makes all family decisions. Marriages must be monogamous. Wives should obey their husbands, and husbands should love and respect their wives. Husbands should treat their wives like Jesus treated his followers. They should not mistreat their families. The father should provide for his family. He must take care of them spiritually. This includes teaching religion to the family and leading prayers. Parents shouldn’t be mean to their kids. Children should obey their parents.
Married couples should speak with elders if they have problems. If a couple separates because of abuse or neglect, or if one partner tries to stop the other from being a Jehovah’s Witness, they can get divorced. They can remarry if the other person has been unfaithful.
Morality. Jehovah’s Witnesses have high standards of morality. Their view of sexual behavior is similar to conservative Christian views. Abortion is murder. Homosexuality, premarital sex, and extramarital sex are sins. Gender transitioning is against nature, and sex reassignment surgery is mutilation. If a transgender person has had a mutilating operation, they must live according to their biological sex and leave their spouse.
What does a JW wedding look like?
Wedding ceremonies at Jehovah’s Witness Kingdom Halls are often traditional. The readings are chosen for each couple. They are different from other weddings, but not much. There are no crosses or elaborate alters. The couple exchanges vows and rings. The most unique thing I noticed about the wedding was the prayers. Prayers are important in most weddings. Most couples want it documented. This is not the case with Jehovah’s Witness weddings. The prayers are private. Everyone takes part. The photographer is included. I let go of my camera and watch what’s happening. The same goes for grace before dinner. It’s a small thing, but it shows respect for this faith.
Portrait session. The winter wedding portrait session was at Mill Race Park in Cambridge, Ontario. It’s a waterfront park across from Cambridge Mill. The stone wall makes it look like a ruin. This park would make a great mini amphitheatre. We used it the same way. The park was the setting for the couple’s love story with their bridal party as the audience.
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Do you know Pagan means Non-Biblical Customs? If it’s not in the Bible it is PAGAN Custom. And you are right wedding rings are Pagan, that is why me and my wife don’t wear them, non do we celebrate Thanksgiving, How could I celebrate A day of betrayal of the Native Americans, after the Native American taught the Pilgrim to survive in the region, how were Native american rewarded? They were slaughtered! That is why I don’t celebrate Thanksgiving Day.
Regarding ‘pagan thing’, what do we know about it for certain? It’s not a sin to do something you don’t know it’s wrong, historical evidence might not be always conclusive at every point in time or place. And real cultural significance might just differ. So It’s everyone’s private decision, and after all everyone will be judged for his own deeds.
* w72 1/15 p. 63 Questions from Readers * “Even if it were a fact that pagans first used wedding rings, would that rule such out for Christians? Not necessarily. Many of today’s articles of clothing and aspects of life originated in pagan lands. The present time divisions of hours, minutes and seconds are based on an early Babylonian system. Yet, there is no objection to a Christian’s using these time divisions, for one’s doing so does not involve carrying on false religious practices.” So why doesn’t the above wt quote also apply to holidays? Other than the governing body said so, the exact same reasoning could be used for holidays.