Is the "stump" related to Babylon the Great?

by DJPoetech 25 Replies latest watchtower bible

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  tula

  Aniron: According to the JWs isn't the tree that is cut down and the stump banded represent "Jehovahs kingdom" removed from the earth. That this is were they get they 2,520 years to 1914 when Jesus returned and re-established the "Kingdom" though invisibly.

  I think that DJP is pursuing some reasoning beyond the JW box, Aniron.

  Funny how some people, though out, still continue to think within the JW guideline of interpretations, relying on this dubious invisible kingdom to establish time lines. Throw it out!

  I think you are on the right track DJP and I really hope to see this subject explored deeper.
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  heathen

  There clearly is something mentioned about an appointed times of the nations that needed fulfillment in the new testament even the j-dubs may have had it right with the 7 times 360 and then a year for a day but nobody but they say that judah fell in 607 bce and there is no evidence beside the 2 bands on the stump that there are 2 meanings. 1914 does seem pretty likely even since jesus said in mathew about world war and such .
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  AnnOMaly

  DJP, do you see BTG as still analogous to a huge religious empire, or do you have another angle on that?
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  myelaine

  I see BTG as a religious entity...not another social/economic entity.

  BTG is drunk with the blood of the saints and prophets... it's a religious org. that takes the control(?) away from the Spirit of God and the work done by the prophets and saints in leading you to Jesus Christ, by instituting man-made rules and regulations pertaining to the exclusive worship of God.("Bible" God) they are drunk on the power and authority of the scriptures, and deem to make themselves into "the Christ" by having people "serve" their best interests, which is in opposition to the fact that the Holy Spirit and the prophets and saints have always had the best interests of the "flock" in mind...hence, leading you to salvation(good) and away from death.(evil) having said that...well...does the U.N. care how you worship? Does the bank of America care how you worship? ...I see no way that these "entities" are taking anything away from the "prophets and saints" and using them for any kind of power over the ones that might be in a position to become children of God. love michelle
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  tula

  having said that...well...does the U.N. care how you worship? Does the bank of America care how you worship? ...I see no way that these "entities" are taking anything away from the "prophets and saints" and using them for any kind of power over the ones that might be in a position to become children of God.

  This symbol is called the TRIQUETRA. It is used by religious denominations, secret societies, and political entities.

  They are all related and intertwined. The ultimate goal, one world domination, will come to fruition during the great tribulation.

  This same symbol is used by secret societies. Short piece of info at this link:

  http://www.jehovahs-witness.com/6/150930/2751487/post.ashx#2751487

  This symbol is also used by the "political element". Short piece of info at this link:

  http://www.jehovahs-witness.com/14/152029/3.ashx (scroll to third response)

  The triquetra has been found on rune stones in Northern Europe (Middle Ages)

  The symbols is also sometimes used by Wiccans and some New Agers to symbolize either the Wiccan triple goddess or other concepts.

• In recent years, the symbol has become well-known due to its use on the cover of the "Book of Shadows" used by the three sisters on the American TV show Charmed.
• The triquetra has recently been adopted as the logo of the Ontario New Democratic Party in Canada.
• The symbol was later used by Christians as a symbol of the Trinity (Father, Son and Holy Spirit).