Nuanced
Heaven is reign of divine harmony; a state of consciousness, not a place
Heaven in Christian Science is not a geographical location but a state of consciousness characterized by harmony, joy, and the recognition of God's perfection. It is the reign of divine order where the illusions of matter, sin, and separation have been overcome through understanding divine Truth.
Heaven is both present and progressive: it begins now as one awakens to spiritual reality and continues infinitely as consciousness expands in appreciation of divine goodness. The most accurate description of heaven is the perfect at-one-ment with God, accessible to all through Christian Science.
Key Distinctions
- Heaven nature:
- heaven is divine harmony — a state of consciousness, not a literal place
- Access timing:
- as mortal mind yields to divine Truth; not after physical death
- Bodily resurrection:
- resurrection is spiritual awakening; no physical resurrection affirmed
Scripture References
Sources
- Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures, Mary Baker Eddy