853. 'The seventeenth day' means that which is new. This is clear from what has been stated and shown concerning that same number at Chapter 7:11, in 755, where it means a beginning. Every beginning is something new.

'A seed' signifies the ultimate and primary levels in a person. It also signifies good and truth from the Lord. In an opposite sense, it signifies falsity of doctrine and hellish falsity. 'A seed' signifies everyone who constitutes the Lord's spiritual kingdom and faith grounded in charity.

In Genesis 12:7, 8:15, 16, 'a seed' signifies love and everyone who has love.

(Odkazy: Arcana Coelestia 1025)