‘Scriptural adjustment, not a reversal’: Jehovah’s Witnesses shift position on blood
Author: Ethan van DiemenPublished on: October 2, 2026Country: South Africa
Religion & Beliefs

Jehovah’s Witnesses announced they are making a scriptural adjustment regarding blood, emphasizing it is not a reversal but an interpretation update. This change follows internal discussions and concerns about members' health. The new stance clarifies their approach to blood transfusions while maintaining their religious principles. The community continues to uphold its doctrines while adapting its biblical interpretation.
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