Look for the Helpers
Similar to Albert Einstein’s theory of relativity, Swedenborg wrote how in the spiritual world, there is no linear chronological time, but only changes of affective state.
Similar to Albert Einstein’s theory of relativity, Swedenborg wrote how in the spiritual world, there is no linear chronological time, but only changes of affective state.
Often, we use the word “freedom” as a kind of condition determining our behavioral ability within human societies. However, Swedenborg suggests that there can be an even deeper understanding of freedom…
Any time scripture gets used to justify violence or war against others, or to limit the rights and freedoms of individuals, we should be on our guard. Spiritual freedom is at the heart of Swedenborg’s theology…
At this critical juncture in our culture and history, we stand not alone; in a very real way, the ancestors are all at our backs, with us in our hearts and minds.
At the heart of Swedenborgian theology is a fundamental concept of freedom: that we must all be left in freedom to choose (the good of God, or the selfish loves of ourselves and the world).