Jehovah’s Witnesses Part 3 – Belief in an Earthly and a Heavenly Kingdom
The lecture discusses and comments on the belief of Jehovah’s Witnesses in dividing the Kingdom into an earthly and a heavenly one, with a critique of this الفكر in light of Coptic Orthodox Christian faith, and clarification of the correct concept of the Kingdom and salvation.
First: Critique of the Two Kingdoms Idea
The lecture explains that the idea of two kingdoms (earthly and heavenly) is not biblically logical, as Jehovah’s Witnesses assume that only a limited number (144000) enter heaven, while the rest live on earth.
It shows that this interpretation depends on a wrong literal understanding of the Book of Revelation, while its numbers are symbolic, not literal.
Second: Interpretation of Symbolic Numbers
The lecture emphasizes that numbers in the Holy Bible, especially in Revelation, carry symbolic meanings, such as 144000, and do not represent an actual fixed number, but rather indicate spiritual completeness or the group of believers.
Third: Unity of the Divine Kingdom
The lecture confirms that the Kingdom is one and not divided, and that all are called to eternal life with God, without classification into groups living in heaven and others on earth.
Fourth: The Correct Concept of Salvation
It clarifies that salvation in Christianity is for all who believe, without division into classes or categories.
The Bible declares that whoever believes in Christ receives eternal life, without distinction between a “small flock” and “other sheep.”
Fifth: Affirmation of the Divinity of the Trinity
The lecture supports faith in the divinity of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, and confirms the oneness of God despite the distinction of hypostases, through many verses proving the divinity of Christ and the Holy Spirit.
Spiritual Dimension
The spiritual message affirms that God calls all البشر to salvation and eternal life, and that relationship with God is not limited to a specific group, but open to every person who believes sincerely.
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