jw.org FAQ, “Why Have Jehovah's Witnesses Changed Some of Their Beliefs?”
“We have always used the Bible as the sole authority for our beliefs, so we have adjusted our beliefs as our understanding of the Scriptures has been clarified. Such changes are in harmony with the Bible principle stated at Proverbs 4:18”
Compares adjustments to Moses, the apostles and early Christians who 'needed to adjust their viewpoint', and says changes are recorded under 'Beliefs Clarified'.
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Provenance and verification note for jw.org FAQ, Why Have Jehovah's Witnesses Changed Some of Their Beliefs?
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Corroborated by. src-idx-beliefs-clarified, src-w-1981-1201-path-righteous-tacking
Accessed. 19 September 2026 · Source ID. src-jworg-faq-doctrine-changes