Emanuel Swedenborg

I alla av Emanuel Swedenborg skrivna religiösa skrifterna finns dels en tanke på en gudomligt given uruppenbarelse, dels en syn på alla sant heliga skrifter som andligt förebildande, där den av ena skriftens symbolvärld tolkar den andras, dock inte utan den enskilda människans inre ljus och andliga upplysning. Swedenborg hävdar att en »lära om den heliga skriften« är grundläggande för all religion. Den bygger då på en djupare tolkning av det förebildande språk som alla de som uppenbarade hävdade skrifterna i Bibeln och alla de i urtidens vishet sedda andliga sanningarna lär oss. De här publicerade verken trycktes för första gången i Amsterdam 1763.

Swedish scientist and theologian Emanuel Swedenborg wrote volumes upon volumes based on the understanding he gained through visits to the spiritual world and from conversations with its inhabitants. For new readers of Swedenborg, knowing where to start and what to read can present an insurmountable task. This volume is a good starting point and provides samples of some of his most powerful writings, now available in new, contemporary translations. What happens to our souls after we die? What is the afterlife like? What is the nature of God? Of evil? What can we do during our lives to help guide us to heaven? What kinds of answers can we find in the Bible? Selections from some of Swedenborg's most popular works--Heaven and Hell, Divine Love and Wisdom, Divine Providence, Secrets of Heaven, and True Christianity--answer these questions and more. Ideal for those new to Swedenborg's theology, A Swedenborg Sampler offers tastes from a rich smorgasbord of spiritual insight.

In the final years of his life, Emanuel Swedenborg wrote True Christianity, an opus that served both to contextualize his theology within contemporary Christianity and to serve as a road map for the new spiritual age that would follow. This second volume covers topics such as freedom of choice, repentance, the transformation of a person's inner being during spiritual awakening, the rites of baptism and the Holy Supper (communion), and the second coming of the Lord. This new translation is part of the New Century Edition of the Works of Emanuel Swedenborg, an ongoing project to render Swedenborg's theological works in clear, contemporary language that reflects the simple and engaging style of the original Latin. The portable edition contains the text of the New Century Edition translation, but not the annotations or other supplementary materials found in the deluxe edition.

Emanuel Swedenborg (born Emanuel Swedberg; January 29, 1688 - March 29, 1772) was a Swedish scientist, philosopher, Christian mystic and theologian. Swedenborg had a prolific career as an inventor and scientist. In 1741 at the age of fifty-three he entered into a spiritual phase in which he eventually began to experience dreams and visions beginning on Easter weekend April 6, 1744. This culminated in a spiritual awakening, whereupon he claimed he was appointed by the Lord to write a heavenly doctrine to reform Christianity. He claimed that the Lord had opened his spiritual eyes, so that from then on he could freely visit heaven and hell, and talk with angels, demons and other spirits. He said that the Last Judgement had already occurred, in 1757, though only visible in the spiritual world, where he had witnessed it. That Judgement was followed by the Second Coming of Jesus Christ, which occurred, not by Christ in person, but by a revelation from Him through the inner, spiritual sense of the Word to Swedenborg. In fact, Swedenborg said, it is the presence of that spiritual sense that makes the Word Divine. The remaining 28 years of his life, he wrote and published 18 theological works, of which the best known was Heaven and Hell (1758), and several unpublished theological works. In Life on Other Planets, Swedenborg stated that he conversed with spirits from Jupiter, Mars, Mercury, Saturn, Venus, and the moon. He did not report conversing with spirits from Uranus and Neptune, however, which were not discovered yet. This lack is seen by some to raise question about the credibility of all his reports on this matter. This issue has been extensively reviewed elsewhere. Swedenborg explicitly rejected the common explanation of the Trinity as a Trinity of Persons, which he said was not taught in the early Christian Church. Instead he explained in his theological writings how the Divine Trinity exists in One Person, in One God, the Lord Jesus Christ, which he said is taught in Colossians 2:9. Swedenborg also rejected the doctrine of salvation through faith alone, since he considered both faith and charity necessary for salvation, not one without the other. The purpose of faith, according to Swedenborg, is to lead a person to a life according to the truths of faith, which is charity, as is taught in 1 Corinthians 13:13 and James 2:20. Swedenborg's theological writings have elicited a range of responses. However, he made no attempt to found a church. A few years after his death - 15 by one estimate - for the most part in England, small reading groups formed to study the truth they saw in his teachings. As one scholar has noted, Swedenborg's teachings particularly appealed to the various dissenting groups that sprang up in the first half of the 19th century who were "surfeited with revivalism and narrow-mindedness" and found his optimism and comprehensive explanations appealing Several writers were influenced by him, including William Blake (though he ended up renouncing him), Elizabeth Barrett Browning, August Strindberg, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Charles Baudelaire, Adam Mickiewicz, Honor de Balzac, William Butler Yeats, Sheridan Le Fanu, Jorge Luis Borges, Carl Jung and Helen Keller. Other notable figures who were adherents to his teachings were the theologian Henry James Sr., the artist George Inness, and mid-Western pioneer and nurseryman Johnny Appleseed. His philosophy had a great impact to The Duke of Sodermanland, later King Carl XIII, who as the Grand master of Swedish Freemasonry (Svenska Frimurare Orden) built its unique system of degrees and wrote its rituals. In contrast, one of the most prominent Swedish authors of Swedenborg's day, Johan Henrik Kellgren, called Swedenborg "nothing but a fool". A heresy trial was initiated in Sweden in 1768 against Swedenborg's writings and two men who promoted these ideas.

Marital Love: Its Wise Delights is a book written by Emanuel Swedenborg that explores the nature of love and marriage. The book delves into the spiritual and physical aspects of marital love, discussing topics such as the importance of mutual love and respect, the role of sexuality in a healthy relationship, and the significance of maintaining a spiritual connection with one's partner. Swedenborg draws upon his own experiences and observations, as well as his knowledge of biblical teachings and spiritual principles, to provide insights and guidance for those seeking to cultivate a strong and fulfilling marriage. The book offers a thoughtful and insightful perspective on the joys and challenges of marital love, and is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of this complex and important aspect of human relationships. After Which Follows Scortatory Love, Its Insane Pleasures. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Brief Readings From Swedenborg is a collection of short passages from the works of Emanuel Swedenborg, a Swedish scientist, philosopher, and theologian who lived in the 18th century. The book includes selections from Swedenborg's writings on a variety of topics, including God, the afterlife, spiritual growth, and the nature of reality. Each passage is accompanied by a brief introduction and reflection from the editor, making the book accessible to readers who may be new to Swedenborg's ideas. The book is designed to be a quick and easy reference for those seeking inspiration and guidance on their spiritual journey. Additional Author Is William R. Woofenden. Contains The Pamphlets Childhood And Youth; The Rich And The Poor In Heaven; Marriage; The Bible; Sickness And Health; The Lord God; When Sorrow Comes; A Short Biography Of Swedenborg; Life After Death; Body, Mind And Soul; War And Peace; Tributes To Emanuel Swedenborg, Scientist, Philosopher, Theologian; The Power And Prestige Of The Bible; Swedenborg The Revelator; And What Happens After Death? Numbers 1-12 In A Series Of Extracts From The Writings Of Emanuel Swedenborg. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

""Concerning The Messiah About To Come And Concerning The Kingdom Of God And The Last Judgment"" is a religious text written by Emanuel Swedenborg. The book explores the concept of the Messiah and the Kingdom of God as well as the Last Judgment. Swedenborg delves into the prophecies of the Bible and provides his interpretation of them, focusing on the coming of the Messiah and the establishment of the Kingdom of God. He also discusses the nature of the Last Judgment and the role it plays in the ultimate fate of humanity. Swedenborg's writing is deeply spiritual and philosophical, offering insights into the nature of faith and the meaning of life. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in exploring these important religious concepts. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Rational Psychology: A Posthumous Work is a book written by Emanuel Swedenborg, a Swedish philosopher, scientist, and theologian. The book is a comprehensive exploration of the nature of the human mind and its connection to the physical world. It is a posthumous work, meaning that it was published after Swedenborg's death. The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the nature of the human mind and its relationship to the physical body. Swedenborg argues that the mind is not a product of the brain, but rather a separate entity that interacts with the body. He also discusses the nature of consciousness, memory, and perception. The second part of the book is dedicated to the study of the spiritual world. Swedenborg describes his experiences of communicating with spirits and angels, and provides insights into the nature of heaven and hell. He also explores the concept of free will and the role of religion in human life. Overall, Rational Psychology is a complex and thought-provoking work that delves into the deepest questions of human existence. It offers a unique perspective on the relationship between the physical and spiritual worlds and challenges readers to reconsider their understanding of the nature of consciousness and the self. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.