X User Shares Shocking Reason Jehovah’s Witnesses Find It Hard to Divorce
By: Israel Adeleke
OPEN TELEVISION NAIJA (OTN) News reports that a Nigerian social media user with the handle name @twinkletweetu, has sparked intense debate online after sharing what he described as a troubling aspect of marriage and divorce practices among Jehovah’s Witnesses.
OTN News further reports that the user in a viral post on X (formerly Twitter), claimed that members of the religious group are only permitted to divorce their spouses on the grounds of infidelity, asserting that issues such as domestic abuse, persistent conflict, or irreconcilable differences are not recognised as valid reasons for ending a marriage within the faith.
According to him, the strict doctrine has had unintended consequences for some adherents, allegedly pushing them to deliberately commit adultery in order to qualify for what the church considers an “approved” divorce.
"Since it's my duty to inform people about Jehovah's Witness practices, here's a fun fact: JWs prohibit their members from divorcing spouses for any reason other than infidelity (yes, including abuse). As a result, many JWs cheat to be able to have an "approved" divorce," he wrote.
The post quickly gained traction, triggering mixed reactions from other users on the platform. While some expressed shock and concern over what they viewed as a rigid and harsh rule, others dismissed the claim as inaccurate and misleading.
One user commented, “Church and strict rules, it is well,” reflecting resignation over stringent religious doctrines. Another countered sharply, saying, “This is a fat lie, so untrue,” questioning the credibility of the claim.
In concluding his post, the X user maintained that divorce rules within Jehovah’s Witnesses are far stricter than many people realise, arguing that in some cases, the rigidity of these rules may pressure members into violating the very moral standards they are expected to uphold.
OTN News observes that the controversy has continued to fuel discussion online, with many calling for clarity from authoritative sources within the faith on its official stance regarding marriage dissolution.
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