For one thing it is possible to write long sentences in Latin and have them still be understandable, whereas English works better with short sentences. Vocabulary is another problem. Many of the words and phrases found in translations of Swedenborg are puzzling. The words may seem strange, or used in unusual ways. It might make more sense in some cases to leave them out, or to interchange them.
Some words have a meaning that is commonly known, but are also used at times to mean something else.
In the dictionary we give more than one meaning for such words. If the original word is repeated in the definitions, it is simply saying that it is used in the way the reader expects, plus the other uses listed. This little dictionary has been compiled to help readers get closer to the intended meaning. As I worked on this dictionary I found myself longing to see the day when the Writings of Swedenborg would be available in English as beautiful and simple as the Latin. I pray that this will offer some help until that day comes, in allowing more and more people to see past the clouds to the glory and sublime beauty within.