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Swedenborgianism [ˌswiːdənˈbɔːdʒɪəˌnɪzəm -gɪ-], Swedenborgism [ˈswiːdənˌbɔːdʒɪzəm -gɪz-]
n (Christian Religious Writings / Theology) the system of philosophical and religious doctrines of Emanuel Swedenborg, the Swedish scientist and theologian (1688-1772), emphasizing the spiritual structure of the universe, the possibility of direct contact with spirits, and the divinity of Christ. This provided the basis for the New Jerusalem Church (or New Church) founded by Swedenborg's followers Swedenborgian n & adj Swedenborgianism, Swedenborgism the doctrines, beliefs, and practices of the Church of the New Jerusalem, founded by the followers of Emmanuel Swedenborg in the late 18th century, especially its assertion that Christ is God Himself and not the Son of God, and its reliance upon accounts of mystical appearances of Christ to Swedenborg. — Swedenborgian, n., adj. See also: ProtestantismWant to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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