Index to The Apocalypse or Book of Revelation Explained According to the Spiritual Sense - Emanuel Swedenborg - Bog

The ""Index to The Apocalypse or Book of Revelation Explained According to the Spiritual Sense"" is a comprehensive guide to understanding the biblical book of Revelation, written by the 18th-century Swedish philosopher and mystic, Emanuel Swedenborg. The book provides a detailed analysis of the spiritual symbolism and allegory contained within the text of the Book of Revelation, which is considered one of the most difficult and enigmatic books of the Bible to interpret.Swedenborg's approach to interpreting the Book of Revelation is based on his belief in the spiritual nature of the text, which he argues can only be understood through a deep understanding of the spiritual meaning behind the symbols and metaphors used in the book. The book is organized into a series of chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the Book of Revelation, such as the seven churches, the seven seals, and the seven trumpets.Throughout the book, Swedenborg provides detailed explanations of the spiritual significance of each of these elements, drawing on his extensive knowledge of biblical symbolism, as well as his own mystical experiences. He also provides insights into the deeper meaning of key concepts such as the Antichrist, the Beast, and the New Jerusalem, which are central to the Book of Revelation.Overall, ""Index to The Apocalypse or Book of Revelation Explained According to the Spiritual Sense"" is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the Bible and the spiritual significance of its teachings.1827. Swedenborg, a noted Swedish scientist, philosopher and theologian, is 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. This is the Index to his work, Apocalypse Explained, a verse-by-verse exposition of Revelation. 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.