GOVERNMENT
The
indisput-
able evidence
showing that the
peoples of earth shall
have a righteous govern-
ment and explaining the
manner of its establishment
By J. F. Rutherford
Author of
Reconciliation
Creation
The Harp of God
Deliverance
Where are the Dead?
1,922,500 Edition
Publishers
International Bible Students Association
Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society
Brooklyn, New York, U. S. A.
London, Toronto, Melbourne, Cape Town, Berne, Magdeburg, etc.
To the
GREAT GOVERNOR
OF THE UNIVERSE
Who Doeth All Things Well
This Book Is Dedicated
"Yet have I set my king upon my holy hill of Zion." (Psalm 2:6) "Say among the nations that the Lord reigneth: the world also shall be established that it shall not be moved: he shall judge the people righteously." — Psalm 96:10.
Copyrighted 1928 by
J. F. Rutherford
Made in U. S. A.
FOREWORD
THE combined testimony of the world's greatest statesmen is that the governments of earth not only are imperfect, but generally are corrupt. For centuries men have struggled to establish a good government that would satisfy the desires of the honest. Now it is admitted that all efforts have failed to accomplish such result. There is a reason. Of course Jehovah foreknew and foretold the futile efforts of man. The time is now ripe for the mind of man to be turned to the sober and candid examination of God's plan for the establishment of a righteous government on earth which will fulfil the legitimate desires of all. What is set forth in the following pages is not the expressed opinion of man. The facts are plainly stated as they exist. Jehovah's Word is given as authority, which shows the reason for present conditions and outlines the complete remedy for human ills. All men and women of every language and tongue should take the keenest interest in good government. This book will enlighten you because it contains the truth.
THE AUTHOR
PREFACE
IF YOU have ever been interested in politics, this book will hold your attention. If you desire to see a government that will assure to the people peace, prosperity and happiness, this book will be a joy to your heart. The most complete proof and argument on good government ever written is contained in this book. This extravagant statement is made advisedly, because the proof is from God's infallible Record, which is now made clear in the light of present-day fulfilled prophecy. It is refreshing and heart-cheering to read it. It is most highly recommended to the people. We confidently expect that its publication will do much good.
THE PUBLISHER