The top 10 most inspiring quotes by Emanuel Swedenborg
- Worship does not consist in prayers and external devotion, but in a life of kindness.
- Kindness is an inner desire that makes us want to do good things even if we do not get anything in return. It is the joy of our life to do them. When we do good things from this inner desire, there is kindness in everything we think, say, want, and do.
- God created us in such a way that our inner self is in the spiritual world and our outer self is in the physical world. This was so that the spiritual part of us, which belongs in heaven, could be planted in the physical part the way a seed is planted in the ground.
- Heaven is not located on high, but where the good of love is, and this resides within a person, wherever he or she might be.
- This I can declare: things that are in heaven are more real than things that are in the world.
- People are unaware that spirits even exist, let alone that angels are present with them.
- Every single moment of a person’s life, both of understanding and of will, is a new beginning.
- For those who trust in the Divine all things are moving towards an everlasting state of happiness, and no matter what happens at any time to them, it contributes to that state.
- True wisdom is seeing what is beneficial to your eternal life and managing your life according to that. You do this when you not only know these things and grasp them with your understanding, but also will and do them.
- Seen in its own right, a loving person’s inner spirit is an angel of heaven, and while we are living in the body we are also in the company of angels, even though we are not aware of it; and once we are released from the body we join them.
Emanuel Swedenborg (1688–1772) was a Swedish scientist, philosopher, theologian, and mystic, known for his profound spiritual experiences and influential writings. Born in Stockholm, Sweden, Swedenborg initially gained recognition as a polymath with expertise in various scientific fields, including engineering and anatomy.
In the mid-18th century, Swedenborg underwent a transformative spiritual awakening, claiming direct communication with the spiritual realm. He asserted that he had interactions with angels, departed souls, and even God himself. This mystical phase marked a shift in his focus from science to theology and metaphysics.
Swedenborg’s theological works, such as “Heaven and Hell” and “The New Jerusalem and its Heavenly Doctrine,” outlined his visions of the afterlife, the nature of God, and the spiritual significance of human life. His teachings inspired the founding of the Swedenborgian Church, a religious movement that emphasizes spiritual growth and the integration of faith and reason.
Despite facing criticism during his lifetime, Swedenborg’s influence extended beyond his era, impacting various religious and philosophical movements. His ideas continue to captivate scholars, theologians, and spiritual seekers today as they explore the intersections of science, spirituality, and the human experience.
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