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What Are the Origins of Jehovah’s Witnesses?

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  • Jehovah’s Witnesses originated from a Bible study group led by Charles Taze Russell in the late 1800s, who sought to restore original Christian teachings.
  • They emphasize the name “Jehovah” as God’s personal name and reject traditional Christian beliefs like the Trinity, eternal hell, and the immortal soul.
  • Joseph F. Rutherford, who succeeded Russell, greatly influenced the movement’s beliefs and practices, including the adoption of the name “Jehovah’s Witnesses” in 1931.
  • Jehovah’s Witnesses view themselves as the one true form of Christianity, believing they are restoring the original teachings of Jesus while recognizing key differences from mainstream Christianity.

Shining a Light: Understanding the Origins of Jehovah’s Witnesses Maybe you’ve seen folks sharing their faith door-to-door, or perhaps you know someone—a neighbor, a relative, a coworker—who is a Jehovah’s Witness. And maybe you’ve thought, “Where did they come from? What’s their story all about?” Isn’t it wonderful when your heart desires understanding? God loves a curious heart! It’s such a blessing to learn about others, especially as we want to shine the light of Jesus’ love and truth. So…

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