The 2-Witness Rule: Why Child Abuse Goes Unreported (Ex-JW Elder Speaks)

Ep. #116 The 2-Witness Rule: Why Child Abuse Goes Unreported (Ex-JW Elder Speaks)Please consider buying us a cup of coffee or two by clicking here. Your support helps fund our out of pocket expensesWhat does it take to walk away from a belief system you once helped lead?In this episode, former Jehovah’s Witness elder Edward Narayan shares his full story—from how he was recruited into the organization to rising through the ranks as an elder, and the personal cost of questioning what he once believed.We dive into the controversial 2-witness rule and how cases of child abuse are handled behind closed doors—but that’s only part of the story.Edward opens up about the moment things stopped making sense, what he discovered that changed everything, and the painful fallout that followed—including the impact on his own family and the reality of shunning.This is an insider’s perspective on faith, control, and what happens when loyalty collides with truth.Takeaways~The two witness rule complicates reporting child sexual abuse.~Elders are often instructed not to inform families about perpetrators.~Disfellowshipping practices disproportionately affect victims and teenagers.~Confession can lead to punishment, while denial may not.~There is a significant disconnect between moral behavior and organizational policies.Ed's Facebook LinkPodcast Recognition: Cultimatum: The Cult & Human Trafficking Podcast was selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 35 Brainwash Podcasts on the web, recognizing its impact and contribution to awareness around cult dynamics and human trafficking. (We are #12)FeedSpot WebsiteCultimatum's Contact Info:Email: [email protected] Facebook GroupCultimatum Instagram LinkCultimatum TikTok LinkCultimatum YouTube ChannelA Production of the Anonymous Andrew Podcast Studios:Website: www.anonymousandrewpodcast.comDisclaimer: Cultimatum is a documentary-style podcast that explores real events and personal experiences related to cults and coercive groups. The content reflects individual perspectives and reported accounts. For full legal disclaimers, visit our website.