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Join us as we critically examine the first half of the inaugural issue of the Univercoelum and Spiritual Philosopher, exploring W. M. Fernald’s provocative essay on the necessity of new and higher revelations. We unpack his arguments for reasoned spiritual insight, a truer understanding of God, and the reform of society, while situating his ideas in the broader context of 19th-century spiritual philosophy. This episode illuminates how early spiritualist publications sought to reconcile faith, intellect, and social progress in an age of skepticism and rapid intellectual change.

Feeling lonely, disconnected, or stuck? Part 2 of Why Don’t I Feel Whole? is your field guide to practical metaphysics for young men—a roadmap to rebuild confidence, reconnect with God, and turn everyday life into sacred purpose. In this episode, we move from theory to action: ✅ How to claim your divine inheritance and live from your God-self ✅ Why authenticity beats performance in dating, friendship, and work ✅ The spiritual law of changing people, places, and things to align with your highest self ✅ Ancient wisdom from H. Emilie Cady, Charles Fillmore, Swedenborg, the Shakers, and Charles Fourier ✅ Transforming work from punishment into joyful, sacred labor ✅ Setting healthy boundaries without guilt ✅ Building brotherhood and fraternity that heals isolation ✅ Speaking life over your situation—even in struggle ✅ Replacing toxic environments with soul-nourishing spaces This is Christian metaphysics meets real-world empowerment: Bible truth, New Thought principles, and historical examples of joyful community—all distilled into daily actions you can take right now. If you’ve ever felt: “I don’t belong anywhere.” “I’m tired of pretending to be someone I’m not.” “I want to live with more purpose.” …then this video will show you how to rise in truth, reclaim your joy, and live as the man God intended. Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro: The call to live from your God-self 8:45 – Prayer as reunion with Divine wisdom & love 24:10 – The Shakers, Fourier, and sacred work 43:05 – Swedenborg’s law of “use” & joyful labor 1:04:20 – Changing people, places, and things 1:23:15 – Brotherhood as a cure for isolation 1:46:50 – Boundaries, kindness & self-respect 2:07:10 – Final words: You are not broken—you are becoming #Brotherhood #ChristianMetaphysics #NewThought #MenAndGod #HealingLoneliness #SpiritualGrowth #DivineMasculine #SacredWork #SelfWorth #BiblicalWisdom #PracticalSpirituality

Millions of men today feel lost, disconnected, and invisible—cut off from their purpose, their brothers, and even from themselves. Loneliness, depression, and a quiet sense of alienation are on the rise, but the truth is: you are not broken, forgotten, or forsaken. In this first part of the Healing Alienation series, we explore why so many young men feel adrift in today’s world—and how ancient wisdom, biblical truth, and the spiritual principles of liberty, equality, and fraternity can guide us back to wholeness. Drawing from the Bible, New Thought metaphysics, Emanuel Swedenborg, Joseph Smith, Karl Marx, Tolstoy, Wallace D. Wattles, and Andrew Jackson Davis, this talk dives into the hidden epidemic of male loneliness and the deep spiritual antidote found in authentic brotherhood and divine identity. What you’ll discover in this video: Why so many men feel alienated in modern life The biblical and philosophical roots of alienation How fraternity and spiritual brotherhood can heal loneliness The difference between outer success and inner wholeness How to reclaim your divine identity and purpose Whether you’ve been feeling broke, lost, or alone, this message will help you see that you were made for more than survival—you were made for connection, community, and communion with God and others. 📖 Key Scriptures: Luke 17:21, Jeremiah 6:8, Psalm 142, Mark 14:50, Hebrews 13:16, Proverbs 11:17, Romans 12:2, Ephesians 4. 🙏 If this resonates with you, subscribe and join us for Part 2, where we’ll go deeper into the path from alienation to spiritual liberation. #MaleLoneliness #Brotherhood #ChristianMetaphysics #NewThought #Spirituality #HealingAlienation #KnowThyself #MensMentalHealth #LonelinessRecovery #BiblicalWisdom #NewThoughtTeaching #Swedenborg #Tolstoy #Wattles #SpiritualBrotherhood

In this thought-provoking exploration, Mitchell K. Jones uncovers Emanuel Swedenborg’s radical 18th-century revelations—where the material world mirrors divine truths and art becomes a portal to the spiritual realm. Discover how Swedenborg’s doctrine of correspondences influenced: George Inness’s haunting landscapes, painting the soul’s journey through light and shadow. Joseph Worcester’s sacred architecture, crafting spaces that embody heavenly harmony. The Netflix horror film Things Heard & Seen, where moral decay warps reality itself. ✨ What You’ll Learn: ✅ How Swedenborg’s ideas transform ordinary life into a sacred text—where every choice has cosmic significance. ✅ The hidden symbolism in Inness’s The Valley of the Shadow of Death and its chilling role in Things Heard & Seen. ✅ Why heaven and hell aren’t just destinations—they’re states of being we create daily. ✅ Practical steps to apply Swedenborg’s 250-year-old wisdom for spiritual growth, mindfulness, and artistic inspiration. 📖 Featured Topics: Swedenborg’s Correspondence Theory: Decoding the spiritual meaning behind material reality. George Inness’s Swedenborgian Art: How his Tonalist masterpieces visualize divine influx. Joseph Worcester’s Architectural Mysticism: Designing chapels as mirrors of the soul. Things Heard & Seen’s Swedenborgian Horror: Moral corruption as a self-made hell. 💡 Transform Your Perspective: "The material world is but the shadow of the spiritual." —George Inness Learn to see your life as a living artwork—where shadows hold meaning, light reveals destiny, and you are both the artist and the masterpiece. 🔔 Subscribe for More Deep Dives into Esoteric Philosophy, Art, and Spirituality! 📌 Like | Comment | Share to join the conversation! #Swedenborg #SpiritualArt #GeorgeInness #ThingsHeardAndSeen #EsotericPhilosophy #Afterlife #SacredArchitecture #Metaphysics #Mindfulness #MitchellKJones 📚 Further Reading: Heaven and Hell by Emanuel Swedenborg George Inness and the Science of Landscape by Rachael Ziady DeLue The Swedenborgian Church of San Francisco: A Sacred Geometry 🎶 Music Credits: https://thegloriousshocking.bandcamp.com/ 💬 Question for You: How do you see the spiritual reflected in your daily life? Let’s discuss in the comments! 👉 Watch Part 1 Here:

Keywords: Emanuel Swedenborg, Swedenborgian theology, spiritual art, George Inness paintings, Things Heard & Seen explained, Swedenborgian architecture, Joseph Worcester, doctrine of correspondences, metaphysical art, heaven and hell as states, sacred symbolism, Tonalist art, spiritual growth, esoteric philosophy, Mitchell K. Jones.

Discernment is more than knowledge or wisdom. It is wisdom in action, guided by Spirit. Discernment is the power that allows us to recognize abundance where scarcity seems to rule, and to separate from cruelty or negativity that diminishes us. Drawing inspiration from the Hebrew King Solomon, Frederick Douglass, who came to Rochester seeking the freedom he had already found in his own mind, James Dillet Freeman, Napoleon Hill, and contemporary New Thought teachers, we see that liberation often begins spiritually, even before it manifests physically.

Practical steps include:

* Seeing beyond appearances to the deeper truth.

* Choosing love and separating from cruelty.

* Seeking first the kingdom of God within, trusting that all else will follow.

Denial: I separate from all that diminishes me and embrace only what uplifts me.

Affirmation: I seek first the kingdom of God within me, and all else is added in perfect order.

“I went by the field of the sluggard… and, lo, it was all grown over with thorns… Then I beheld, and considered well; I saw, and received instruction.” Proverbs 24:30–32

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🌟 Emanuel Swedenborg’s Intellectual Legacy: Three Transformative Principles for Modern Life (Part 1) – The Science of Spiritual Realities 🌟 🔍 Discover How an 18th-Century Scientist Who Spoke with Angels Revealed the Hidden Architecture of Existence In this first installment of our 2-part series, we unveil the groundbreaking work of Emanuel Swedenborg—the Enlightenment genius who bridged science and spirituality, inspiring thinkers from Emerson to Jung and movements from Transcendentalism to modern psychology. Based on the essay "Swedenborg’s Influence: The Power of Three Selected Ideas" by Alice B. Skinner from the volume Scribe of Heaven: Swedenborg's Life, Work, and Impact, edited by Jonathan S. Rose, 2005. Skinner argues Swedenborg's intellectual influence can be seen in three areas: 1. Spiritual reality, 2. Useful living and 3. Ways of Knowing 📜 Why Swedenborg Matters Today At age 56, after a distinguished career in physics, anatomy, and engineering, Swedenborg experienced a profound spiritual awakening—claiming direct communication with angels, demons, and the afterlife. His discoveries offer practical solutions to modern crises of meaning, anxiety, and disconnection. ✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The Doctrine of Correspondences: How Swedenborg proved that nature, scripture, and human life are mirrors of spiritual realities—a concept that shaped Emerson’s Transcendentalism and Jung’s archetypes Science Meets Mysticism: Why this rational scientist’s maps of heaven and hell align with modern consciousness studies and quantum physics Borges’ Surprising Take: Why the literary giant rejected calling Swedenborg a "mystic," seeing him instead as a "scrupulous witness" of the unseen Whitman’s Secret Inspiration: How Swedenborg’s idea of "influx and efflux" shaped Leaves of Grass and modern ecological thought Practical Applications: How to use Swedenborg’s "spiritual perception" to: Decode symbolic meaning in daily challenges Cultivate deeper awareness of mind-body-spirit connections Transform your perspective on work, relationships, and purpose 🔮 Preview of Part 2: "Useful Living and Mystical Knowing" (Coming Next!) We’ll explore: Swedenborg’s radical vision of heaven as a state of useful service How his anti-guru, experience-based spirituality prefigured modern therapeutic approaches Actionable practices to apply his principles of purpose and intuition 📌 Perfect For Seekers Of: Esoteric wisdom with intellectual rigor Science-spirituality integration Transcendentalist philosophy and its roots Depth psychology (Jungian/archetypal studies) 💬 Join the Conversation: What’s your experience with Swedenborg’s ideas? Have you noticed his influence in literature, psychology, or your spiritual path? Comment below! 📚 Dive Deeper: Swedenborg’s Influence: The Power of Three Selected Ideas - Alice B. Skinner in Scribe of Heaven: Swedenborg's Life, Work, and Impact, edited by Jonathan S. Rose, et al., Swedenborg Foundation, Incorporated, 2005. Heaven and Hell – Emanuel Swedenborg Representative Men (Swedenborg essay) – Ralph Waldo Emerson Borges and Mysticism – Dr. William Rowlandson #EmanuelSwedenborg #SpiritualScience #Transcendentalism #JungianPsychology #EsotericWisdom #Consciousness #MindBodySpirit #DoctrineOfCorrespondences #Metaphysics

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🌟 Reflections on In Tune With the Infinite 🌟 In this thought-provoking video, Mitchell K. Jones delves into the timeless wisdom of Ralph Waldo Trine’s In Tune With the Infinite, exploring key insights from the first few chapters. Mitchell reflects on spiritual alignment, universal oneness, and personal growth, sharing how a profound dream about a spire-shell-shaped temple revealed deep lessons about diversity, spiritual ascent, and the interconnectedness of all life. 🔹 Key Themes Discussed: ✔ The power of aligning with the Infinite ✔ Lessons from a mystical dream about a sacred spiral temple ✔ Embracing diversity as a path to collective ascension ✔ Practical wisdom from Trine’s teachings for modern living 📖 Ralph Waldo Trine’s In Tune With the Infinite is a foundational work in New Thought spirituality, offering guidance on mind-power, divine connection, and living harmoniously. Mitchell’s reflections bridge Trine’s philosophy with personal revelation, making these concepts accessible and transformative. 💬 Join the Conversation: What does spiritual alignment mean to you? Have you ever had a dream that revealed deeper truths? Share your thoughts in the comments below! 🔔 Subscribe for More Spiritual Insights: If you enjoyed this video, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more content on spiritual growth, metaphysics, and self-discovery. 📌 Tags: #InTuneWithTheInfinite #RalphWaldoTrine #SpiritualGrowth #NewThought #Metaphysics #DivineAlignment #SpiritualAwakening #MindPower #UniversalOneness #MitchellKJones #DreamInterpretation #Ascension #Diversity

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Unity Metaphysics Blue Book 1

**CHAPTER SEVEN - THE PROBLEM OF EVIL**

**INTRODUCTION**

In Unity, we affirm that God is Absolute Good and that humankind, created in the image and likeness of God, is inherently good. This raises a profound question: Where does evil originate? Who creates it? Why does it appear so powerful? This chapter explores Unity's understanding of evil's origin and nature, examining the meaning of sin, its consequences, and the role of free will in its manifestation. By clarifying the specific cause of evil, we gain greater power to transform its impact on our lives. Recognizing that evil is not an independent external force to be constantly feared and fought allows us to confront it from a position of spiritual strength and poise. Evil is ultimately a problem meant to be overcome.

**7A DEFINITION OF EVIL**

> *"Evil — That which is not of God; . . . error thought; a product of the fallen human consciousness; . . . Evil is a parasite. It has no permanent life of itself; its whole existence depends on the life it borrows from its parent, and when its connection with the parent is severed nothing remains . . . Apparent evil is the result of ignorance and when Truth is presented the error disappears" (Rw/64).*

It is crucial to remember that Unity does not believe evil possesses independent, self-sustaining power.