Angelic Wisdom about Divine Providence

By Emanuel Swedenborg

Book Overview

If God is infinitely loving and wise, why does evil exist? How does divine guidance operate without destroying human freedom? What role does providence play in the events of everyday life?

In Angelic Wisdom about Divine Providence, Emanuel Swedenborg explores one of the most profound questions in theology: how God governs the universe while preserving human freedom and responsibility. Drawing upon his distinctive spiritual philosophy and biblical interpretation, Swedenborg presents Divine Providence as the continual operation of Divine Love and Divine Wisdom in every aspect of creation.

Throughout the work, Swedenborg examines the laws of divine providence, the relationship between freedom and spiritual growth, the origin and permission of evil, and the ways in which God guides individuals toward eternal happiness without violating their ability to choose. He argues that providence is active in both great and small matters of life, working constantly and often invisibly for humanity's spiritual well-being.

Combining theology, philosophy, and spiritual insight, the book presents a vision of a universe governed not by chance, but by a divine order that seeks the salvation and regeneration of every soul. Swedenborg's exploration of free will, moral responsibility, and divine governance continues to engage readers seeking deeper answers to enduring spiritual questions.

Thought-provoking and deeply reflective, Angelic Wisdom about Divine Providence remains one of Swedenborg's most influential theological works and an enduring study of the relationship between God, humanity, and the unseen order guiding all things.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1773566539
• ISBN13: 9781773566535
• Release Date: June 2026
• Publisher: Devoted Publishing
• Length: 286 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Divine Providence

One of the best books from Emmanuel Swedenborg. A one never to be missed if we are to understand God and the way the governs the universe

Quality and depth

I loved this book because of the depth it gave my Bible study. It goes in-depth into the language of the Bible, with the meaning of the word choice. It also talks about the nature of the Lord, helping me know He understands what sorts of things I struggle with and how He can guide me. In looking for a fuller way of life and faith, this book is full of ideas for improving the quality and depth of my life and faith. I highly recommend this to anyone who wants an easy yet deep reading about the Lord and life!

Great guide for life

I don't think I can say enough about this book! It is actually four smaller works bound together, each one adding amazing depth to reading the Bible and knowledge of God and life in general. The Biblical support that is all through them is fabulously arranged, with clear connections and ideas. This edition of the book is small and very portable, allowing me to take it basically anywhere. It has improved my Bible studying and the quality of my life--because now I know more about how to bring God's love into my life and share it with others. If you are looking for a more intense Bible study, or ideas on how to truly live, this is the book to read!

Considering Four Doctrines

This book contains four short introductory works by the profound Swedish writer and thinker Emanuel Swedenborg, who lived and wrote in the 1700s. His works as a whole offer thoughtful Christians a richness of insight and spiritual development comparable to the greatest religious texts of Eastern religions, like the Bhagavad Gita, the Yogasutras, the Dhammapada. These short works on faith, spiritual life, sacred scripture and the Lord show the reader some of what Swedenborg's longer works offer - a thorough renewal and revaluation of Christianity, focusing on revelation, doctrine and charity. As with all spiritual texts, these give the reader back many times the value he or she puts into working with them.

Finally - why bad things really happen to good people.

This book is brilliant. Unless I had read it I don't think I ever could have conceived of a plan of Divine government that was so ingenious. The basic concept here is that God governs the human race by allowing people to do as they wish. It reminds me of the saying 'He governs best who governs least.' Therefore God governs in a way that is basically invisible, and yet He still governs.According to this book God maintains 'control' in myriads of subtle ways, and yet the system is set up in such a way that people really are free. That is, people can acknowledge or not acknowledge God, they can obey or disobey Him, they can think and do as they wish. I think this is a pretty good explanation of the existence of evil. It exists in potential as an opposite of God, dictated by the principle of freedom - but not created by God. I thought this was brilliant. It explains why bad things happen to good people, at least it does to me. That is, bad things are not caused by God but by the principle of freedom itself.The best part of this book, however, is its articulation of the means God uses so that bad things will stop happening to good people. According to Swedenborg, God is guiding the human race in subtle and miraculous ways towards a happier future. It happens slowly and invisibly so as not to impinge on human freedom. The principle method is information. As people gather knowledge, the knowledge eventually has a great impact on how they act. Knowledge of God is called the Word of God, and it very gradually shapes human actions - but only insofar as people understand, accept, and willingly act on it. I find it easy to believe that information is that powerful.The purpose of all of this, according to this book, is to bring people to happiness, both in this world and after death in heaven forever. Not a bad purpose.A work of genius. I would call it Divinely inspired.