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No, we believe that the only one to whom worship is to be given, is Jehovah God himself. Therefore, we do not "salute" the flag of any country, as we see it as a form of idol worship. However, we do respect the flag and the government for which it stands. We will not deface the flag, or treat it with contempt in any way. We view protests (including flag burning), as rebellion against God himself, since he allows these governments to stand in their position as authorities, serving the greater good. We stand respectfully when the flag is presented, as the act of standing is not itself the act of worship. We do this in obedience to the scriptures that plainly say that God does not share his worship with images representing anything in the sky, on the ground, or in the sea. (See Exodus 20:4) That prohibition was repeated again upon Christians as well. (1 Corinthians 10:14; 1 John 5:21)
Jehovah's Witnesses do not pledge their allegiance to the flag of any country nor sing the National Anthem. Jehovah's Witnesses also do not join the armed forces or go to war.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 14y agoThe flag is an religious idol. This view is supported by the Encyclopoedia Britannica. For example the red cross of St. George (England's flag) is a religious one. As the flag is viewed as a religious idol, Jehovah's witnesses will not hoist the flag, or salute the flag in any way. Jehovah's Witnesses also do not say the pledge because The Bible refers to Jehovah as being a jealous God who demands exclusive devotion. (Nahum 1:2) Also Jesus said that "it is Jehovah you God you must worship, and it is to him alone you must render sacred service" (Luke 4:8). By not saluting the flag Jehovah's Witnesses obey the command to "Flee from idolatry." (1 Cor 10:14) See also Exodus 20:4,5; 1 John 5:21; Daniel 3:1-28;
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∙ 14y agoNope. I'm one of Jehovah's Witnesses and we don't sing the National Anthem because we pledge our alliegence to God and not a person or country. We cannot "slave for two masters."
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Which country who have a national anthem but not allowed to sing?
USA and the Jehovah's witnesses freaks
Why do Jehovah's witnesses not sing national anthem?
The pledge to the flag/the national anthem..are considered to be acts of worship to a country. Jehovah's Witnesses follow the Bible's admonition to worship only our Creator. This is the first of the ten commandments.
When you get off the plane in London do you have to sing the national anthem?
No. You don't have to sing the national anthem.
Can us dollars sing a national anthem?
Considering its a peice of paper with a vallue of a dollar..No it can not sing the national anthem
Who will sing the national anthem at 2011 super bowl?
Christina Aguilera will sing the national anthem at Super Bowl XLV.
How do apply to sing the national anthem for a pro sport?
you should go to YouTube and search national anthem and study the national anthem.
Why is it that Jehovah's Witnesses do not stand and sing the Australian National Anthem at Schools?
we do not sing or stand for any national songs. we do not put our faith in them. we put our faith in jehovah(god). we also believe that our allegiance belongs to Jehovah, not men.
Do they sing the national anthem on the royal wedding?
Yes. They sang the National Anthem during the ceremony.
Did alamba sing the national anthem?
Alabama has never performed the National Anthem at the Super Bowl.
Do you sing the National Anthem to show honor to your country?
In most countries, yes. You sing the national anthem to show your loyalty, respect, and honor for your country.
Who will sing the national anthem during the pregame of the super bowl?
Christina Aguilera will sing the anthem in the prematch show 2011
What do people sing in Madagascar country?
national anthem
