jehovah's witnesses' history and origins

Jehovah's Witnesses are a Christian denomination that emerged in the late 19th century in the United States. Their history and origins can be traced back to a movement led by Charles Taze Russell, who sought to interpret the Bible through his own publications. The group was initially known as the Bible Students and focused on studying and spreading Russell's teachings. After Russell's death in 1916, the movement went through a period of reorganization and eventually adopted the name Jehovah's Witnesses in 1931. They believe in a literal interpretation of the Bible, emphasize evangelism, and practice distinct beliefs such as refusing military service and blood transfusions.

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