Swedenborg and Psychology

Studying these questions reveals parallels between Swedenborg’s writings and certain ideas in modern psychology. Psychologists’ theories sometimes are on similar lines to what Swedenborg was saying albeit using different terminology. 

Many people today have become cold towards traditional religion – often for good reasons. Although they feel they belong to the expanding secular society, nevertheless they are seeking answers to basic questions about their lives. Many feel a psychological understanding of life might furnish answers they are looking for. Yet they are often disappointed by an academic psychology that often fails to go more deeply into human nature. 

Swedenborg’s psycho-spiritual ideas have a universal quality that can offer a lot to those seeking a psychological understanding of life. This course material attempts to show the links between some of his writings and selected ideas in modern psychology that do go more deeply in addressing similar topics.  Studying this material will be useful for those wishing to share their faith and spiritual ideas with a modern audience.

This is a half module consisting of sixteen sessions, and earns a half point towards your level 3 studies when successfully completed.

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