Angels are celestial beings whose mysticism has been popularized in the last years. Especially in Latin America, believing in angels is a custom established with the known Guardian Angel, who has his own prayer which is usually prayed before sleeping. Below you’ll know the fundamental principles of angelic protection as a part of your spiritual growth.
Angels are studied deeply through the doctrine of the Christian angelology. In it, they are referred to as celestial creatures who were created along the world, being divided between angels and fallen angels. The former group serves God, while the latter serves Satan, because they chose to follow him to Hell during his rebellion.
In the New Testament, angels are referenced in the Epistle of the Ephesians and the Epistle of the Colossians. In both of them, there are three hierarchies which divide angels. The first one is gathers seraphim, cherubim and thrones. The second one gathers dominations, virtues and powers. The third one encompasses principalities, archangels and angels.
Summoning angels overcomes religion itself, this is according to the angelologist Karla Fernandez, because historical records point out that Egyptians and Hebrews also adored their celestial power. “There are records of angelic magic from Egyptian and Hebrew civilizations, so this belief is a factor that is transmitted among different cultures and religions. For some they are messengers of God, for others they are the ones who rescue us if so we need.”
Sacred texts say that there are seven archangels who seek the protection of the Earth. Michael, Raphael, Gabriel, Uriel, Samael, Remiel and Sariel, each of them has a particular power, and are contacted through meditation.
The first archangel, called Michael, is known as the leader of the army that defeated Satan, this is the reason behind why he is the one summoned when there are conflicts or one needs courage to face difficulties. On the other hand raphael is associated with the healing of diseases. He is said to have received the famous “Book of Medicine”, which is why his help is asked when one needs physical or emotional health and protection.
Gabriel is the messenger of God, after having announced to Mary her immaculate conception. His purpose is to help cases of infertility, or to protect women in gestation. He has also been attributed properties to favor creativity and communication.
The one who exiled Adam and Eve from Eden, Uriel, watches over the learning in the Earth, helps prosperity, and is safekeeping natural order. Known as the archangel of the Love of God, Samael is the loyal companion who accompanies lonely souls. To achieve inner change, or to fill the heart with peace, Remiel is the right archangel for this objective, while sariel is summoned in moments of confusion because this archangel helps us to make the best decisions and to give clarity to our minds.