The Holy Center: A Biblical Path to the Presence Within

By Dorothea Harvey

How are we to read the Bible -- literally or figuratively? By examining the concept of the holy center, or the Tabernacle, Dorothea Harvey explains how the literal laws for ritual sacrifice can be... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0877851727
• ISBN13: 9780877851721
• Release Date: May 2005
• Publisher: Chrysalis Books
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 7.0" x 0.4" x 5.0"

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A fresh, spiritual look at ancient Jewish ritual practice

From the Back Cover The Holy Center offers a uniquely practical understanding of Biblical passages. The inner meanings of the commandments concerning the Tabernacle, the details of worship, and particularly the laws of sacrifice, are brought out through the author's use of Swedenborg's symbolism. By treating the commandments as psychological truths, the author shows us how they may be applied in our journeying today. About the Author Dr. Dorothea Harvey effectively combines her study and teaching of religion with the practical and personal power of religious symbolism, healing and mystical experience. Her ministry is one of concern for spiritual and personal growth. Many people have helped to create the material presented in this book by sharing their reactions and daily experiences, and have applied what they've learned about the power of the Old Testament to daily living. Dr. Harvey has done extensive archeological study in the Near East and has a solid understanding of biblical stories and customs. Her knowledge of Hebrew and other Semitic languages complement well her interest in the Old Testament as it relates to her own life, as well as allowing her to speak with authority of its content and power. Other publications by Dr. Harvey include works on the literary forms, the prophets, the forms of worship, and the women of the Old Testament. Dr. Harvey is a 1943 graduate of Wellesley College. She earned her M.Div. at Union Theological Seminary and her doctorate in Literature of Religion at Columbia University. She has taught at Wellesley College, Milwaukee-Downer College and Lawrence University, and has been a professor of religion at Urbana College since 1968 and its chaplain since 1975. She is the minister of the Swedenborgian Church in Urbana, Ohio. Additional Biographical Note In 1975 Dorothea Harvey became the first woman to be ordained as a Swedenborgian minister. She is now living in active retirement. Contents 1. The Offering for the Tabernacle: Exodus 25:1-9 2. The Ark of the Testimony: Exodus 25:10-22 3. Oil for the Lamps: Leviticus 24:1-4 4. The Altar of Sacrifice: Exodus 20:24-25 5. Bread and Incense: Leviticus 2:1-3, 13 6. Mornings and Evenings: Exodus 29:38-41 7. The Law of Burnt Offerings: Leviticus 1:1-9 8. Peace Offerings: Leviticus 3:1-5; 7:11-17, 29-33 9. Sin Offerings: Leviticus 4:1-12 10. Guilt Offerings--Defilement: Leviticus 5:1-6 11. Guilt Offerings--Transgression: Leviticus 5:14-16; 6:1-7