Life of Emanuel Swedenborg

William White

Jun 2022 · Otbebookpublishing

eBook

221

Halaman

Memenuhi syarat

Rating dan ulasan tidak diverifikasi Pelajari Lebih Lanjut

Tentang eBook ini

This book is a biography of the great Swedish philosopher and mystic Emanuel Swedenborg. It contains an account of his life, descriptions of his visions, summaries of his major religious works, and a description of his disciples after his death.

Tentang pengarang

William White, a 19th-century English author, is best known for his profound contributions to the study of mysticism and spirituality. Born in 1831, White's intellectual pursuits led him to explore the intricate intersections between religion, philosophy, and science, a bold endeavor during an era dominated by rigid Victorian norms. His works often delved into the esoteric and the metaphysical, challenging the conventional religious dogmas of his time.White's fascination with the mystical and the supernatural set him apart from his contemporaries. He was a pioneering figure in bringing the ideas of Emanuel Swedenborg, a Swedish theologian and mystic, to a broader English-speaking audience. White's writings were instrumental in popularizing Swedenborgian thought, which emphasized the spiritual interpretation of the Bible and the existence of an intricate spiritual world parallel to our own.Controversy surrounded White due to his unorthodox views, which often clashed with the established Church. His advocacy for a more personal and experiential approach to spirituality resonated with many, influencing a wave of contemporary writers and thinkers who sought to reconcile science with spirituality. Figures such as Ralph Waldo Emerson and William Blake found inspiration in the ideas White championed, which contributed to the burgeoning transcendentalist movement.White's legacy lies in his fearless exploration of the unknown and his ability to articulate complex spiritual concepts in a way that was accessible and compelling. His work continues to intrigue modern readers who are drawn to the mysteries of existence and the quest for deeper meaning beyond the material world.

Beri rating eBook ini

Sampaikan pendapat Anda.

Informasi bacaan

Smartphone dan tablet

Instal aplikasi Google Play Buku untuk Android dan iPad/iPhone. Aplikasi akan disinkronkan secara otomatis dengan akun Anda dan dapat diakses secara online maupun offline di mana saja.

Laptop dan komputer

Anda dapat mendengarkan buku audio yang dibeli di Google Play menggunakan browser web komputer.

eReader dan perangkat lainnya

Untuk membaca di perangkat e-ink seperti Kobo eReaders, Anda perlu mendownload file dan mentransfernya ke perangkat Anda. Ikuti petunjuk Pusat bantuan yang mendetail untuk mentransfer file ke eReaders yang didukung.

Laporkan konten ilegal