Ellen Gould White
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Ellen Gould White über: "What is Ellen White's health reform?"
Answer
Ellen White's health reform is a practical part of the life of faith that aims to prepare body, mind, and soul for the coming of Christ and is closely linked to the third angelic message. It emphasizes obedience to the natural laws created by God through a healthy, primarily plant‑based diet and the complete abstinence from harmful substances such as alcohol, tobacco, coffee, tea, and irritating substances. It also promotes natural remedies such as pure air, pure water, moderation, and a hygienic lifestyle to preserve life forces.
A Branch of the Work to Prepare for the Lord's Coming
»On December 10, 1871, it was shown to me again that the health reform is a branch of the great work to prepare a people for the coming of the Lord. And it is as closely connected with the third angelic message as the hand is with the body. [...] Men and women cannot violate the natural laws by yielding to a corrupted appetite and lustful passions without also transgressing God's law. Therefore God has allowed the light of the health reform to shine upon us, so that we may recognize our sin in the violation of the laws that God has placed within our nature.«
Abstaining from Harmful Things as the Fruit of True Religion
»Keep the work of health reform at the forefront, is the message I am to convey. Show its value so clearly that a widespread desire for it is felt. Abstaining from all harmful foods and drinks is the fruit of true religion. Whoever is thoroughly converted will give up every harmful habit and desire. Through complete abstinence he will overcome his craving for health‑damaging pleasures.«
Use of Natural Remedies and Rejection of Narcotics and Flesh Food
»We would like to build a sanatorium where diseases are healed by the natural provisions of nature and people can learn how to treat themselves when ill; where they learn to eat healthily in moderation, and are taught to reject all narcotics—tea, coffee, fermented wines, and all kinds of stimulants—and to abandon the flesh of dead animals.«
Dependence on God's Simple Remedies
»People must be taught to rely on the Lord's remedies: pure air, pure water, simple, healthy foods. Every effort made for the physical and moral health of people should be based on moral principles. The advocates of the reform, who act with a view toward the glorification of God, will firmly place their feet on the principles of hygiene; they will adopt proper practice.«
Original Sources (English)
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