Count the cost
In Luke 14:28, this signifies to determine how one may procure for oneself interior truths. (Arcana Coelestia 4599[5])
In Revelation 18:19, this signifies the belief that for certain temporary actions people could receive spiritual blessings and rewards after death. (Apocalypse Revealed 789)
Torn
![Bears attack boys while others and Elisha watch This print, from a medieval French manuscript, shows a relatively bald Elisha cursing the youths as the bears attack. Elijah rides a chariot overhead, having been taken up to heaven shortly before.](/bundles/ncbsw/media/Bears_savaging_the_youths_from_a_French_Manuscript.webp)
In Genesis 31:39, this signifies evil without one's own fault or blame. (Arcana Coelestia 4171)
In Exodus 22:13, this signifies injury without guilt. (Arcana Coelestia 9173)
(Посилання: Genesis 31, 31:38, 38)