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What type of angels includes guardian angels?
Which angels are depicted with six wings and guard God's throne?
What are the angels of leadership referred to as?
Dominions
What do the angels known as virtues rule over?
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What type of angels help give lower angels access to God's Throne?
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Which angels were put in charge of guarding the Garden of Eden?
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What type of angels helps protect the cosmos from evil forces?
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How many archangels are there, and how many are named in scripture?
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What do the angels known as principalities do?
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What is the name of one of the archangels (1)?
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What is the name of one of the archangels (2)?
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What is the name of one of the archangels (3)?
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What does the name St. Michael mean?
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What does the name St. Gabriel represent?
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What does the name St. Raphael mean?
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What does the name Lucifer mean?
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Study Notes
Types of Angels
- Angels: Include guardian angels who offer protection and guidance.
- Seraphim: Characterized by six wings, they guard God's throne and are associated with divine love.
- Dominions: Angels of leadership, analogous to managerial roles, overseeing lower levels of hierarchy.
- Virtues: Tasked with governing miracles and the forces of nature, embodying God's creative power.
- Thrones: Serve to facilitate access for lower angels to God's throne, indicating authority.
- Cherubim: Assigned to guard the Garden of Eden, symbolizing protection and guardianship.
- Powers: Warrior angels entrusted with the protection of the cosmos from evil forces.
- Principalities: These angels oversee nations and people, providing guidance and support.
Archangels
- Archangels: A group of seven angels, with three named in scripture, serving major roles in divine missions.
- St. Michael: An archangel meaning "who is like God," recognized as the Angel of Mercy and Protector.
- St. Gabriel: Known as the archangel of the "Power of God," often associated with judgment; delivered the news of Mary’s conception by the Holy Spirit.
- St. Raphael: His name means "God Heals" or "God, Please heal," featured in the Book of Tobit.
Additional Notes
- Lucifer: Translates to "light bearer," originally associated with beauty and intellect before his fall.
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Explore the fascinating world of angels with this flashcard quiz. Learn about various types of angels, including guardian angels, seraphim, and dominions. Perfect for anyone interested in theology or spiritual studies.
