Jehovah’s Witness: Quick Facts

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Nov. 9, 2026

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Facts

Also Known As	Russellites
Areas Of Involvement	Christianity

Photos

Three Jehovah's Witnesses stand beside literature carts, holding religious magazines, at the Star Ferry Pier under a blue sign for City Hall and MTR Station in Hong Kong.

Charles Taze Russell

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