A Scientist Explores Spirit: A Biography of Emanuel Swedenborg with Key Concepts of His Theology
This book introduces the life and spiritual thought of Emanuel Swedenborg (1688-1772). A Swedish scientist and statesman, he underwent an extraordinary religious experience at age 55 and spent his last twenty-seven years producing thirty volumes that detailed his visionary experiences. Richly illustrated, the book includes a chronology of Swedenborg's life, a bibliography of his works, and an outline of his key theological concepts.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0877852413
ISBN13:9780877852414
Release Date:June 1997
Publisher:Swedenborg Foundation
Length:112 Pages
Weight:0.35 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 5.5" x 8.5"
Customer Reviews
2 ratings
A Wealth Of Information
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 20 years ago
If you are looking for information about Emanuel Swedenborg and his theology, this book is a great place to start your search. Don't be fooled by the limited number of pages, it is packed with a wealth of information and provides a solid basis for further study. This book really deserves more than five stars!
Spiritual ideas explained in an easy to understand way
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
This easy to read biography/theological work gives the true story of a scientist who becomes a mystic. The writings of Swedenborg give some of the most profound interpretations of the Old Testament that I've ever read. If you are seeking to understand the greater questions of life then you can find no better place to start than with "Scientist Explores Spirit."
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