As the opening day of the convention in Athens approached, unsettling questions persisted: Would authorities abide by their commitment despite pressure from the Orthodox clergy? And would the Witnesses be able to enjoy their gathering without interference from lawless elements?
Ateena konvendi avapäeva lähenedes tekitasid ikka veel muret küsimused, kas võimud peavad antud lubadust ega anna järele õigeusu vaimulike survele ning kas tunnistajad saavad rahulikult koguneda, ilma et neid seadusevastaselt segataks.