Quote by Emanuel Swedenborg

In the spiritual body moreover, man appears such as he is with respect to love and faith, for everyone in the spiritual world is the effigy of his own love, not only as to the face and the body, but also as to the speech and the actions.

In the spiritual body moreover, man appears such as he is wi

Summary

This quote emphasizes that in the spiritual realm, a person's appearance reflects their inner qualities, specifically their love and faith. It suggests that in this world, one's true nature is revealed through their facial features, body language, speech, and actions. Thus, it implies that our exterior is a direct reflection of our internal state, highlighting the importance of cultivating positive qualities such as love and faith in order to manifest them outwardly.

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