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Kingdom Hall of the Jehovah's Witness

Chikulu Kulya Road

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Kingdom Hall of the Jehovah's Witness (Lusaka)
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Kingdom Hall of the Jehovah's Witness

The Kingdom Hall of the Jehovah's Witness is situated on Chikulu Kulya Road in Lusaka, Zambia.

History

  • A Kingdom Hall is a place of worship used by Jehovah's Witnesses. The term was first suggested in 1935 by Joseph Franklin Rutherford, then president of the Watch Tower Society, for a building in Hawaii. Rutherford's reasoning was that these buildings would be used for "preaching the good news of the Kingdom".
  • Jehovah's Witnesses use Kingdom Halls for the majority of their worship and Bible instruction.

Architecture

The Kingdom Hall is an example of modernist architecture. The exact construction year is not specified, but it is believed to date from the mid-20th century. The building features a simple, rectangular design with a flat roof.

Notable Features

The interior of the Kingdom Hall is notable for its minimalist decor and lack of ornamentation. This reflects the Jehovah's Witnesses' emphasis on simplicity and humility in their worship practices.

Organ and Bells Information

No information is available regarding the organ or bells used at this location.

Heritage Status

The Kingdom Hall is a place of cultural significance to the local community, particularly for Jehovah's Witnesses.

Visiting Info

The opening hours of the Kingdom Hall are not specified. However, it is likely that visitors can access the building during daylight hours.

Accessibility

No information is available regarding accessibility features at this location.

Notable Artworks or Relics

No notable artworks or relics are associated with this location.

Details

NameKingdom Hall of the Jehovah's Witness
CityLusaka
CountryZambia
Coordinates-15.42584, 28.255013
Current useworship