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Emanuel Swedenborg’s concept of “correspondence” between the spiritual and natural worlds heavily influenced Carl Jung’s theory of synchronicity. Swedenborg proposed that internal spiritual states directly mirror external physical events, viewing them as meaningful connections—or “coincidences”—that reflect a divine order rather than random chance.

Key Connections and Concepts:

Correspondences (Inner vs. Outer): Swedenborg argued that everything in the physical world corresponds to a spiritual reality. When our inner state (thoughts/feelings) aligns with an outer event, it is seen as a “correspondence,” which is a foundational component of what Jung termed synchronicity.

Influence on Jung: Researcher Dr. Bishop points out that Jung’s concept of synchronicity is rooted in his study of 18th-century mystical thought, particularly Swedenborg, connecting to the “romantic” or “occult” tradition rather than just empirical science.

Divine Ordering: Swedenborg reported that “synchronicities” are not merely coincidences but are often part of a divine, purposeful order in daily life, suggesting an active spiritual influence behind events.

Spiritual Interaction: He described these moments as “conjunctions of interiors with exteriors,” where one’s inner spiritual life (spirit) is momentarily revealed through external, physical events.

Swedenborg’s work, therefore, provides a theological framework for the “meaningful coincidences” that Jung later defined as psychological and acausal, connecting everyday moments to a deeper, unseen reality.

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