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5. True or False In some cases, the translation committee completely removed some verses
that they found contrary to their doctrine.

6 In Philippians 2.9, what word did the NW translators add to the verse to make Jesus inferior to
Jehovah?

7. In Colossians 1:16-20, what word did the NW translators add to the verse to justify their doctrine
that Jehovah created Jesus, who then created the world?

8. In Colossians 2:9, the NW translators change the word from “deity” to “divine quality.” Why did they
do this?

9. What warning is there in God’s Word that would caution a person about adding to or removing any
truth from God’s Word? What is the warning?

5 Let’s Personalize this Lesson

Activity: The Jehovah’s Witnesses alter the truth of God’s Word to fit their preconceived
doctrines. But our society does that today. They alter the truth of God’s Word to fit their
own traditions and desires. Can you list a few illustrations how our society alters truth so
make it OK to do what is wrong? How has your church adopted practices that conform to
society? Do you have any programs or practices that conflict with God’s Word? What should
you do about them?

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