Swedenborg And Modern Biblical Criticism (1870)

Swedenborg and Modern Biblical Criticism is a book written by Edwin Gould and published in 1870. The book explores the relationship between the religious teachings of Emanuel Swedenborg and modern biblical criticism. Swedenborg was a Swedish theologian and philosopher who claimed to have had visions of the afterlife and communicated with angels. He believed that the Bible contained hidden spiritual meanings that could only be understood through divine revelation. Gould's book examines Swedenborg's ideas in light of the emerging field of biblical criticism, which sought to understand the Bible as a historical and cultural document rather than a literal account of events. Gould argues that Swedenborg's teachings are not incompatible with modern biblical scholarship, and that his insights into the spiritual meaning of the Bible can be valuable for contemporary readers. The book provides a detailed analysis of Swedenborg's writings, as well as an overview of the major trends in biblical criticism at the time of its publication. Gould argues that Swedenborg's approach to scripture can help readers transcend the limitations of literal interpretation and discover deeper spiritual truths. Overall, Swedenborg and Modern Biblical Criticism is an important work for anyone interested in the relationship between religion and scholarship, and the ongoing debate over the meaning and significance of the Bible.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.