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How does the New Church view Swedenborg's Teachings?

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Swedenborg clearly saw his teachings as a new revelation from the Lord to bring a new understanding about God and religion. Members of the New Church believe this not because Swedenborg said so, but because the teachings themselves make sense. They give a deeper meaning to the stories of the Bible, adding a new layer of understanding.

Based on the Holy Bible, The New Church gains further inspiration and understanding through the teachings of 18th century scientist and theologian Emanuel Swedenborg. In his 35 volumes of theology, Swedenborg helps set forth the Lord's plan for a rebirth of Christianity, a clear vision of God in His own Word, and what that means in our lives.

“Heaven consists in a heartfelt desire for the good of others rather than one’s own good, and in serving them from the love of making them happy, not for the sake of any selfish hope of reward.”
Arcana Coelestia 452

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True Christian Religion Emanuel Swedenborg In this revolutionary book, Swedenborg lays out the elements that define true Christianity. With chapters on the Unity of God, the Creation of the Universe, Redemption, the Divine Trinity, the Sacred Scripture, the Decalogue, and more, this two-volume work covers all the features that make the New Church unique among today's Christian religions.