Angel Quote by Emanuel Swedenborg
“And as the divine that goes forth from the Lord is the good of love and the truth of faith, the angels are angels and are heaven in the measure in which they receive good and truth from the Lord.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Heaven and Hell by Emanuel Swedenborg, 1758
Divine love and truth flow from God, granting angels their heavenly nature as they receive these gifts.
In simple terms: God’s love and truth make angels heavenly.
Key Takeaway
Seek divine truth to become heavenly.
Themes
spirituality
faith
divine
angelic
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
scriptural
philosophical
When to use this quote
- prayer
- meditation
- ethical living
- service
- reflection
Key Concepts
theology
metaphysics
grace
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you experience divine truth?
- What does being 'heavenly' mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Human understanding may limit grasping divine mysteries.
