Joseph Franklin Rutherford Quotes

A collection of quotes by Joseph Franklin Rutherford.

Joseph Franklin Rutherford (1869-1942) was an American attorney and religious leader. He is best known for his role as the second president of the Jehovah's Witnesses, a Christian denomination. Rutherford succeeded Charles Taze Russell and led the organization during a time of significant growth and controversy. He introduced various changes to the group's teachings and organizational structure, emphasizing the belief in the imminent return of Jesus Christ. Rutherford also led legal battles to defend the rights of Jehovah's Witnesses, particularly in the United States. His tenure left a lasting impact on the development of the Jehovah's Witnesses movement.