Based on Biblical Principles as Explained in the Writings of Emanuel Swedenborg
The Begin a New Life program is based on time-honored biblical principles as seen through the lens of 18th Century scientist, philosopher, and theologian Emanuel Swedenborg.
The Life of Swedenborg
A brief, inspiring biography of this 18th Century scientist, philosopher, and theologian.
Universal Truth
A remarkable story about a leading authority on systematic theology: what he had to say about Swedenborg.
Comments from Thought-Leaders Throughout History
The universal insights put forth by Swedenborg have contributed to the advancement of spiritual thought throughout the world—from Christianity to Buddhism.
The Ten Commandments Explained
Swedenborg explains the Ten Commandments in bits and pieces throughout his theological writings, and fully in each of four specific works. The following PDFs provide a full-length “deep dive” into his insights and teachings on each individual commandment. (Start with the INTRODUCTION below, which tells what to expect when opening any commandment.)
THE 1st COMMANDMENT
You Shall Have No Other Gods Before My Faces
THE 2nd COMMANDMENT
You Shall Not Take the Name of the Lord Your God in Vain
THE 3rd COMMANDMENT
Remember the Sabbath Day to Keep it Holy
THE 4th COMMANDMENT
Honor Your Father and Your Mother
THE 5th COMMANDMENT
You Shall Not Murder
THE 6th COMMANDMENT
You Shall Not Commit Adultery
THE 7th COMMANDMENT
You Shall Not Steal
THE 8th COMMANDMENT
You Shall Not Bear False Witness Against Your Neighbor
THE 9th COMMANDMENT
You Shall Not Covet Your Neighbor’s House
THE 10th COMMANDMENT
You Shall Not Covet Your Neighbor’s Wife,…Nor Anything that is Your Neighbor’s
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