Cha Ching,
I'm thinking you nailed it very well.
The Pharisees certainly set the example of making their teachings in line with their traditions.
It seems to me that every large orgainized group in Christendom has done that very thing.
The watchtower oraganization is no exception even though they do have many correct bible teachings - I guess that is the carrot on the end of the stick to get people to join in.
However when Jehovah opens our eyes to the inconsistensy's and outright false teachings then it becomes our personal decision as what ot do.
belongingtojh