Annointeds Daughter said:
I remember being very disappointed when the WT changed the view about the national anthem. Originally we needed to remain seated during it. Then, in the Revelation book p. 196, they presented an illustration of a JW's kid respectfully standing up during the national anthem or Pledge of Alliance, but not placing his right hand over his heart. Where I grew up, the only requirement when listening to the national anthem was to stand up, we weren't required to place our hand over our heart. If the WT was OK with this, then I shouldn't have had to face so many embarrassing moments during my school age years. I'm still upset about this!
AD
And StAnn asked:
They changed their on the national anthem? When? I need scans!!!!
I think AD is likely mistaken with regards to any "change in view about the national anthem"; and also with regards to the illustration in the Revelation book. Although the publication doesn't appear to say a single word with reference to that illustration, I get the feeling that the kids are reciting the Pledge of Alliance rather than singing the national anthem.
I sometimes attend sporting events where the national anthem is played over a loud speaker, but the only way the audience participates is by standing and removing their hats. Most place their hats over their hearts. However, none of the audience sings. Those without hats simply stand. Essentially, then, participating in the national anthem involves the act of *standing*. Therefore, JWs cannot *stand* for the national anthem.
So I don't believe that there has been any "change in view about the national anthem". If someone knows better than me, I'd be happy to have you correct me.
