2239. From these and similar things it may be apparent that did not the Lord rule the universe, the universal world of spirits would perish in a moment, therefore [also] the human race; wherefore as soon as the reins are loosened, or momentary license is granted, forthwith is it also checked. This, also, was spoken [said] to the spirits, and they cannot deny it, because the matter was so; and now, also, they confirm it. - 1748, June 7.