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Angels in Action

What Swedenborg Saw and Heard

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Discover the Grace of Angelic Guidance

By Robert H. Kirven

Angels in Action explores the profound and compassionate roles angels play in guiding, protecting, and uplifting humanity. Drawing from Emanuel Swedenborg’s deep spiritual insights, this book reveals how divine love manifests through angelic influences, creating a connection between humanity and the divine. With clarity and empathy, it invites readers to experience a renewed sense of hope and spiritual purpose.

Paperback and e-book, 126 pages

Description

What if angels are closer to us than we ever imagined, influencing our lives in ways both subtle and profound? In Angels in Action, author Robert H. Kirven delves into the spiritual dimension of angelic beings as described by Emanuel Swedenborg, offering readers a unique glimpse into their loving presence and purpose. Swedenborg learned that angels serve as channels of divine love and wisdom, working tirelessly to uplift our spirits and illuminate our paths.

This book guides readers through a contemplative journey, emphasizing the partnership between humanity and the spiritual realm. Swedenborg describes angels not as distant figures but as compassionate helpers who are intimately connected to our struggles and joys. Their mission is to bring light into our darkest moments and inspire us toward higher understanding and love.

Perfect for those seeking a deeper spiritual connection, Angels in Action blends powerful insights with relatable examples of angelic guidance. It’s an invitation to explore the unseen dimensions of life and to find comfort in the idea that we are never truly alone. Whether you are new to Swedenborg’s teachings or a seasoned reader, this book offers a fresh perspective on the divine forces at work in the world around us.

About the Author

Robert H. Kirven was president and professor emeritus at the Swedenborg School of Religion in Newton, Massachusetts. He held degrees from the University of Chicago, Andover Newton Theological School, and Brandeis University, where he earned a Ph.D. in the history of ideas. He was the author of Angels in Action, A Book about Dying, and the co-author, with George F. Dole, of A Scientist Explores Spirit.

Reviews

“Kirven presents Swedenborg’s ideas and defends and promotes them in modern terms.”

Booklist

“Remarkable details are revealed … , most importantly how Swedenborg’s visions honor a meaningful, loving spiritual awareness.”

NAPRA Trade Journal

Additional information

Author

Robert H. Kirven

Format

e-book, paperback

ISBN

978-0-87785-661-0, 978-0-87785-147-9

Length

128 pages

Release Date

1994