Verse 5. All these doctrines and opinions had barred up the mind against spiritual truths by plausible arguments drawn from the fallacies of the senses with specious proofs and confirmations; and were supported by many other considerations drawn from the natural inclination of man's heart.

In Genesis 27:22, 'voice' relates to truth, and 'hand,' to good.

(References: Arcana Coelestia 3563)