A spiritual church first becomes a church when it acts as bidden by charity, charity being the true teaching of faith. - Emmanuel Swedenborg

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A spiritual church first becomes a church when it acts as bidden by charity, charity being the true teaching of faith.

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About Emmanuel Swedenborg

Emanuel Swedenborg (29 January 1688 – 29 March 1772) was a Swedish philosopher, mystic, and scientist.

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Alternative Names: Emanuel Swedenborg
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Kindness is an inner desire that makes us want to do good things even if we do not get anything in return. It is the joy of our life to do them. When we do good things from this inner desire, there is kindness in everything we think, say, want, and do.
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