To will and not to do when there is opportunity is in reality not to will; and to love what is good and not to do it, when it is possible, is in reality not to love it. -Emanuel Swedenborg

 

To will and not to do when there is opportunity is in reality not to will; and to love what is good and not to do it, when it is possible, is in reality not to love it.


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This quote is just one of 13 total Emanuel Swedenborg quotes in our collection. Emanuel Swedenborg is known for saying 'To will and not to do when there is opportunity is in reality not to will; and to love what is good and not to do it, when it is possible, is in reality not to love it.' as well as some of the following quotes.

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You are not made happy by the true things you believe from your faith, but by the goodness which comes from your faith.

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Peace has in it trust in the Lord, that He governs all things, provides all things, and leads to a good end.

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True wisdom is seeing what is beneficial to your eternal life, and managing your life according to that. You do this when you not only know these things and grasp them with your understanding, but also will and do them. -Emanuel Swedenborg
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Heaven is such that all who have lived well, of whatever religion, have a place there.

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