Of The New Jerusalem And Its Heavenly Doctrine, As Revealed From Heaven (1838)

Of The New Jerusalem And Its Heavenly Doctrine, As Revealed From Heaven is a religious text written by Emanuel Swedenborg and originally published in 1838. The book is a compilation of Swedenborg's theological writings and teachings, which he claimed were revealed to him by God through a series of visions and spiritual experiences.The text is divided into two parts. The first part discusses the nature of the New Jerusalem, which Swedenborg describes as a spiritual city that will be established on earth in the future. He explains that this city will be a place of peace, love, and spiritual enlightenment, and that it will be inhabited by those who have lived good and virtuous lives.The second part of the book focuses on the heavenly doctrine, which Swedenborg believed was the key to understanding the nature of God and the spiritual world. He discusses a range of topics, including the nature of the soul, the afterlife, and the relationship between God and humanity.Throughout the book, Swedenborg emphasizes the importance of living a virtuous life and following God's teachings. He argues that by doing so, individuals can attain spiritual enlightenment and ultimately find their place in the New Jerusalem.Overall, Of The New Jerusalem And Its Heavenly Doctrine, As Revealed From Heaven is a deeply spiritual and philosophical text that offers a unique perspective on the nature of God, the afterlife, and the human experience.To Which Are Prefixed Some Observations Concerning The New Heaven And The New Earth.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.