Judge Rutherford

Judge Rutherford, born Joseph Franklin Rutherford in 1869, was a prominent American religious leader who served as the second president of the Jehovah's Witnesses from 1917 until his death in 1942. He played a key role in shaping the organization's doctrines, publications, and organizational structure. Rutherford helped establish Jehovah's Witnesses as a distinct religious group, emphasizing biblical interpretation and evangelism. His leadership was marked by efforts to defend the group's beliefs through court cases and public campaigns. Despite controversies, he is recognized for consolidating and expanding the movement during his tenure.