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About Beth Shan Sarim
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Expertise
I can answer questions regarding current and former beliefs, practices, teachings, and unspoken rules/social norms among Jehovah's Witnesses, especially questions on: blood transfusion doctrine/practices, clergy child abuse allegations, teachings/practices regarding women, trespassing, flag salutes, psychological issues, Watchtower Society's relationship to the United Nations, church law, persecution by the Nazis, and alleged false prophecies. PLEASE NOTE: I DO NOT ANSWER BIBLICAL QUESTIONS.

Experience
As a 4th generation Jehovah's Witness, currently in good standing, I've spent more than 2000 hours studying the religion's history, beliefs, and teachings. I've spent more than 10,000 hours attending JW meetings and assemblies, and more than 5000 hours in the ministry. I have access to an extensive library of Watchtower publications and photographs. I've read most of the things published by the Watchtower Society over the last 100+ years and am familiar with teachings from the 1800s through the 1980s. I have been a devout Christian for 35 years, 13 of which I have spent as one of Jehovah's Witnesses. For several years, I was a full-time ordained Jehovah's Witness minister--appointed directly by the Watchtower Society in Brooklyn, NY--and attended a special ministry school designed for ordained full-time ministers. I am also a credentialed counselor and have treated JWs struggling with religious-emotional-clergy abuse issues. I have written and published two books on the subject of emotional healing for Jehovah's Witnesses. I have extensive personal experience with refusing blood transfusions and have done extensive research into the current and former teachings of the Watchtower Society on the subject.

Organizations
Associated Jehovah's Witnesses for Reform on Blood

Education/Credentials
Master's Degree Credentialed as a counselor in my state, nationally, and internationally

   

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Questions Answered By Expert  Beth Shan Sarim 
In Category  Jehovah`s Witness

SubjectDate Asked

Jehovah Witness, the only true religion8/16/2009
  Q: When was the Jehovah Witness movement, or organization founded? Also, do the Jehovah Witness ...
  A: These are simply teachings of the Watchtower Society. I do not have any further documentation of ...
Jehovah Witness, the only true religion8/16/2009
  Q: When was the Jehovah Witness movement, or organization founded? Also, do the Jehovah Witness ...
  A: "No Jehovah's Witness should want to go to college. Rather, work in the Watchtower Organization!" ...
Jehovah Witness, the only true religion8/13/2009
  Q: When was the Jehovah Witness movement, or organization founded? Also, do the Jehovah Witness ...
  A: Alvin, I choose to volunteer my time to answering questions for which I have handy references and ...
Jehovah Witness, the only true religion8/10/2009
  Q: When was the Jehovah Witness movement, or organization founded? Also, do the Jehovah Witness ...
  A: William Henry Conley founded the Watchtower Society in 1881 as President. Later, the former ...
gods viewpoint8/8/2009
  Q: I and most parent forgive their children time and time again for making mistakes. We also forgive ...
  A: hmm, well, in a nutshell, we simply believe what the Bible actually states about God, not what we'd ...
Windows8/7/2009
  Q: I have a pretty simple question, i think. Every single Jehovah building i've ever seen has had no ...
  A: I've been in many buildings in the Northeast US owned and built by Jehovah's Witnesses, and they all ...
What is your beliefs on Hell Fire, The Trinity, Abortion and Evolution.7/5/2009
  Q: Can you enlighten me with your personal view of these subjects. It would be nice to know if we are ...
  A: JWs do not believe in a literal Hell or the Trinity. JWs believe abortion is murder in all cases. ...
knowing the truth6/23/2009
  Q: I was born and raised a Jehovah's Witness. I left, when I was 18 years old. I was never ...
  A: I'm so sorry to hear of your pain. You may consider talking to others who have been through the ...
blood and children6/12/2009
  Q: I have absolutely no problem with grown adults choosing the path of their life, and their personal ...
  A: Anthony, Thanks for your question. I pondered how I might reply to your questions about blood ...
alledged false prophecies6/7/2009
  Q: would you please eloborate upon the alledged prophecies of the watchtower relative to the test of a ...
  A: Critics claim that the Watchtower Society printed things that in fact did not come from the Holy ...
AJWRB4/24/2009
  Q: What can you say about Daniel Response regarding AJWRB site. He believes JW is abstaining from ...
  A: Greetings, and thanks for your interest in Jehovah’s Witnesses. I assume you’re referring to a ...
Visitation services for deceased4/14/2009
  Q: Is it a common practice for there to be no body at visitation services?
  A: By visitation I think you mean a "wake" or a time when you visit the funeral home and the casket is ...
can you please reply to this for me??4/10/2009
  Q: I HAVE ONE QUESTION FOR ALL OF YOU WOULD YOU. JEHOVAH WITNESSES WERE founded in the late 19th ...
  A: Nick, thanks for your interest. I can give you a partial answer, but as noted in my profile, I do ...
JW practices and out-of-context applications4/9/2009
  Q: My wife is a JW and her practices have driven a wedge between us. I have consulted with a prior ...
  A: In response to your questions about false religious or superstitious practices, I quote the Elder's ...
DNR or the like4/8/2009
  Q: If a person with many health issues such as heart patient, diabetes and more is diagnosed with an ...
  A: Laurie. To my knowledge, Watchtower Society has not taken a position on this specific scenario. ...
Is blood transfussion the same as eating?3/30/2009
  Q: I had a witness tell me that blood transfussion is the same as eating. Like injecting alcohol into ...
  A: Good Afternoon Luis, The Bible speaks of blood being a symbol of life. We know that the True God ...
Selection of the 144,0003/25/2009
  Q: Another question, has there been multiple years predicted the complete fulfillment of the 144,000? ...
  A: Luis, that could very well be the case. I am at a disadvantage, I'm afraid, because I do not have ...
Selection of the 144,0003/25/2009
  Q: Another question, has there been multiple years predicted the complete fulfillment of the 144,000? ...
  A: This is going to be a long answer, so bear with me. "If you are a young person, you also need to ...
Beth Sarim3/22/2009
  Q: What can you tell me about the house of princes in San diego, was it a failed prophetic ...
  A: The address of which you speak is 4440 Braeburn Road, San Diego, California, United States. Mr. ...
Celebrations3/19/2009
  Q: Can Jehovah's Witness celebrate and receive gifts for Administrative Professionals Day?
  A: Though Administrative Professionals Day is not specifically mentioned in Watchtower Society ...
beliefs2/26/2009
  Q: Does your religion allow you to go to a wedding ceremony in a church?
  A: Participating in false religious ceremonies is not appropriate for true Christians. If a true ...
Who is saved2/15/2009
  Q: Do JWs believe they are the only ones that will be saved?
  A: Let me reassure you, JWs do not believe they are the only ones who will be saved. This is a ...
Medical treatment permitted?2/13/2009
  Q: Are JWs allowed to get medical treatment that includes blood transfusions, such as Hemophilia?
  A: and thanks for your interest. First, let me reassure you that JWs have always received medical ...
Are JWs prophets?2/13/2009
  Q: Are JWs able to predict future events? Thank you.
  A: JWs are not prophets. “Jehovah's Witnesses do not claim to be inspired prophets.” [Reasoning From ...
Worship Jesus? Yes or No?2/7/2009
  Q: Your profiles states: "I can answer questions regarding current and former beliefs, practices, ...
  A: When Jehovah wants us to know a fundamental fact, He lets us know by His Holy Spirit's direction to ...
women speaking2/7/2009
  Q: Do JW women speak at congregational meetings, that is, ask questions and give answers during worship ...
  A: First, let me reassure you that women are allowed to participate in JW religious services by ...

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