Arcana Coelestia or Heavenly Mysteries Contained in the Sacred Scriptures or Word of the Lord V12

Arcana Coelestia or Heavenly Mysteries Contained in the Sacred Scriptures or Word of the Lord V12 is a book written by Emanuel Swedenborg. The book is a part of a larger work consisting of 12 volumes, and it explores the hidden spiritual meanings behind the stories and teachings in the Bible. Swedenborg believed that the Bible was not just a historical or moral guide, but also contained deeper spiritual truths that could only be understood through revelation. He claimed to have had visions and conversations with angels who revealed to him the spiritual meanings behind the Bible's stories and teachings.In this volume, Swedenborg delves into the book of Genesis, exploring the creation story, the fall of man, and the story of Noah's ark. He also discusses the spiritual significance of the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, as well as the story of Joseph and his brothers. Throughout the book, Swedenborg provides detailed explanations of the symbolism and allegory found in the Bible, and how they relate to the spiritual development of individuals and societies. He also discusses the nature of God, the afterlife, and the role of religion in human life.Overall, Arcana Coelestia or Heavenly Mysteries Contained in the Sacred Scriptures or Word of the Lord V12 is a complex and thought-provoking exploration of the spiritual dimensions of the Bible, and is considered a foundational work in Swedenborgian theology.1820. Part Twelve of Twelve. Swedenborg, a noted Swedish scientist, philosopher and theologian, best known for his later writings, in which he presents ideas both Christian and ecumenical, for a new spiritual era or new church to be known as the New Jerusalem. The Arcana Coelestia is Swedenborg's crowning achievement. In Arcana Coelestia Swedenborg first introduces the concept of correspondences-a living, spiritual meaning within Scripture. He then proceeds to offer a verse by verse spiritual interpretation of the books of Genesis and Exodus. Along the way, he explains the spiritual meaning of many parallel passages throughout the rest of the Bible. Recommended reading for any serious student of the Bible. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.