A Swedenborg Sampler - Selections from Heaven and Hell, Divine Love and Wisdom, Divine Providence, True Christianity, Secrets of Heaven

Swedish scientist-turned-seer Emanuel Swedenborg (1688-1772) developed a deep theology that emphasized personal growth as the path to heaven and the presence of God in all of life. This book brings together key sections from Swedenborg's most popular writings in one place. What happens to us after we die? Why is there evil and suffering in the world? What is our purpose in life? Swedenborg answers all these questions and more.

About the author

Emanuel Swedenborg (1688-1772) was a Swedish scientist, nobleman, and theologian who spent his life investigating the mysteries of the soul. Born in Stockholm to a staunchly Lutheran family, he graduated from the University of Uppsala and then traveled to England, Holland, France, and Germany to study the leading scientists of the time. He gained favor with Sweden's King Charles XII, who gave him a position on the board of overseers of the Swedish mining industry. Later, he was granted a seat on the Swedish House of Nobles by Charles XII's successor, Queen Ulrika Eleonora. Between 1743 and 1745 he began to have visions of heaven, hell, and Jesus Christ which resulted in a stream of books about the nature of God, the afterlife, and the inner meaning of the Bible. He devoted the last decades of his life to studying Scripture and presenting his own unique theology to the world.

Product details

• Authors: Emanual Swedenborg, Emanuel Swedenborg
• Assisted by: Lisa Hyatt Cooper (Translation), George F Dole (Translation), GEORGE F. DOLE (Translation), Jonathan S Rose (Translation)
• Publisher: Swedenborg Foundation
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.06.2011
• EAN: 9780877854104
• ISBN: 978-0-87785-410-4
• No. of pages: 304
• Dimensions: 141 mm x 215 mm x 24 mm
• Weight: 402 g
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology > Religious writings, prayers, songbooks, religious meditations; Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Miscellaneous