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 " THE SWEDEXBOFG T.I TiJiAJiY." Advantages of the "Swedenborg Library." The following are some of the distinguishing merits and obvious ad- vantages of this series : — 1st. It gives the substance of Swedenborg"s teachings in a compact form, and in his own words (translated into good English 1, with refer- ences to the particular works whence the extracts are taken. 2d. It classifies the subjects in a way to render it easy for the reader to find whatever spiritual instruction he may be seeking. 3d. It does not interfere with, but helps all enterprises which aim to disseminate the highest truths, aud to promote the extension and growth of the Lord's Church on earth. 4th. The volumes are of such a convenient size, that one of them may be easily carried in the coat-pocket 5:h. Any volume of the series makes a cheap yet beautiful gift-book to a friend, or to any seeker after the highest truths. 6th. Each volume being complete in itself, may be purchased sepa- rately when so desired. 7th. The work is gotten up in an exceedingly neat, tasteful, and at- tractive style, and the 12 volumes make a very beautiful as well as val- uable addition to any library. Sth. Last, but not least of its recommendations, is its remarkable cheapness, — being offered at 50 cts. a volume, which is just half the price of other works published in similar style. Opinions of Competent Judges. The following are the opinions of fourteen intelligent New Church ministers in regard to the " Swedenborg Library," freely expressed in let- ters to the Editor. The first eight are from letters received soon after the enterprise was started. The last six, since half the series was published. " The Swedenborg Library plan excites the universal admiration and commendation of those whose attention I have called to it." " Exactly what it ought to be, beautiful, attractive, arid not too large. Such books are read. I resrard this enterprise as the best yet started to promulgate the heavenly doctrines." " This seems to me just what we need ; I am delighted with it." " I think the idea is a very happy one ; I have shown the book to several of our people, and ali give it unqualified praise." " I like the project very much ; . . . I feel sure you will be gratified with the reception which" the Swedenborg Library will meet." " As to the Swedenborg Library plan, I approve of it thoroughly. It is in the direct line of the mission we have to accomplish. " 2