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Swedenborg and the New Church

Swedenborg and the New Church

Reed, James

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Religious BiographiesFiction AnthologiesGeneral Christianity

ISBN10: 1162598905
ISBN13: 9781162598901
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 144
Weight: 0.75
Height: 0.31 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Swedenborg and the New Church by James Reed is a comprehensive guide to the life and teachings of the Swedish philosopher and theologian, Emanuel Swedenborg. The book explores the origins and development of Swedenborg's ideas, including his theories on the nature of God, the afterlife, and the relationship between the spiritual and physical worlds. Reed delves into the history of the New Church, a religious movement that emerged in the late 18th century and was founded on Swedenborg's teachings. He examines the beliefs and practices of the New Church, as well as its influence on art, literature, and culture. The book also provides insight into Swedenborg's personal life, including his relationships with family members and his experiences of spiritual awakening. Reed draws on a wealth of primary sources, including Swedenborg's own writings, to provide a detailed and nuanced portrait of this complex and fascinating figure. Overall, Swedenborg and the New Church is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in the history of religion, philosophy, and spirituality. It offers a unique perspective on the evolution of religious thought and the enduring legacy of one of history's most influential thinkers.1880. The author was often reminded of a growing desire, on the part of intelligent persons in the community, for a brief and clear statement of the principal teachings of Emanuel Swedenborg. In the hope of meeting this want, the eight lectures found in this book were prepared and delivered, and are now in a permanent form offered to the public.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.

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