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Earths In Our Solar System Which Are Called Planets, and Earths In The Starry Heaven Their Inhabitants, And The Spirits And Angels There

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Visionary accounts describe conversations with spirits and angels who are said to be inhabitants of other earths and planets, reporting the landscapes, social organization, worship, and moral temper of worlds associated with Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, the Moon, and starry heavens. The narratives contrast communal, family-centered societies—where modest needs, childrearing, and absence of covetousness are emphasized—with worlds shaped by dominion and accumulated wealth, and explain theological reasons for the Lord's incarnation on our earth. Sections proceed planet by planet and in the starry heaven, noting how spirits appear and how heavenly order corresponds to human interiors.

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Emanuel Swedenborg

Emanuel Swedenborg (1688-1772) was a Swedish philosopher, scientist, and theologian known for his extensive writings on spirituality and the nature of the afterlife. His works, which blend scientific inquiry with mystical insights, explore the relationship between the divine and humanity. Among his notable texts is "Heaven and its Wonders and Hell," where he describes his visions of the spiritual world. Swedenborg's ideas have influenced various religious movements and continue to be studied for their unique perspectives on the intersection of faith and reason.

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