En 1998 La Atalaya reconoció que 'some Witnesses have suffered for refusing to share in an activity that their conscience now might permit', poniendo como ejemplo 'certain types of civilian service'.

The Watchtower, “Strengthening Our Confidence in God's Righteousness”

15 de agosto de 1998 · pp.15-20 · par. 6 (p. 17) · Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society

“In the past, some Witnesses have suffered for refusing to share in an activity that their conscience now might permit. For example, this might have been their choice years ago as to certain types of civilian service.”

Under the subheading about feelings of having suffered needlessly; the article says such ones have no reason to regret following their conscience.

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