Angelology

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The Angelic Pantheon is composed of the Angels found in ancient scriptures, texts, and writings of the primary and secondary religious cultures. These records are the foundation of the study of Angels and is referred to as Angelology. The branch of Theology that is concerned with Angels.

Angelology, as a branch of Theology, is specific to Angels and covers their origin, nature, fall, classification, work, destiny, history, and interaction with humans, among other subjects.

Angel-ology not only delves into these studies, but also points to the existance of Angels in other cultures where the absense of structured religions and records allowed Angels to be known by other names and their influence attributed to other entities.

Without question, there is an amazing simile between "Supernatural" entities within the myths and legends of other cultures to those whom we refer to as Angels. We believe that those similarities, regardless of the "teller" or source, simply add to the credence that these beings did and continue to exist!

When exploring the Angelic Pantheon, note that its inhabitants are divided into several different classifications including Hierarchies, Choirs, and Groups:

There are three hierarchies and nine choirs in the angelic society. They are in descending order of their closeness to God.

The First Hierarchy – those closest to God

Seraphim – the first choir
Cherubim – the second choir
Thrones – the third choir

• The Seraphim Choir, is the highest class of celestial beings and the first Angels ever created. The word Seraphim is the plural for Seraph. The word Seraph is a conjunction of two Hebrew words, Rapha meaning healer, and Ser meaning Guardian Angel (not the Guardian Angel's we are accustomed to).
• The Cherubim Choir, is the second Order or Choir in the first Angel Hierarchy behind only the Seraphim. The name Cherubim means, "fullness of knowledge, or, wisdom."
• The Thrones Choir, a.k.a. the Ophanim, is the third Choir in the first Hierarchy. Unfortunately, there has not been much mention or information given on the Thrones. They are said to have the strange appearance of a giant wheel covered with eyes.

The Second Hierarchy are the priest, princes or lords of the court

The angels of the second hierarchy are not very well known. They are kinda like the second or middle child in a family. They receive their commands from God through the Seraphim and Cherubim, the first children. Even though they are quite and have very little contact with mortals God has given them tremendous responsibilities.

Dominions – the fourth choir
Virtues – the fifth choir
Powers – the sixth choir

• The Dominions Choir, a.k.a. the Hashmallim, is the highest Choir of the second Hierarchy. They usually appear as older, devinely beautiful humans with wings. In their duties, they watch over the lesser Angels and concern themselves with the details of existence.
• The Virtues Choir, is ranked fifth in the total Hierarchy. These are the Angels who are sent to perform miracles on behalf of God. They were created at the same time as the Sphere and are charged with maintaining its heavenly aspects.
• The Powers Choir, is sixth in the Hierarchical order. Powers are composed of members of the lower Angel and Archangel classes who have joined the "Angel Military." The purpose of the Powers is to keep the demons of Hell from overthrowing the Earth.

The Third Hierarchy - those closest to humanity

Principalities - the seventh choir
The Archangels - the 8th choir
Angels - the ninth choir

Of all the celestial beings in angelology, we are more familiar with the angels of the 3rd hierarchy which includes the 7th, 8th and 9th choirs.

I guess this may be what God intended since these choirs have direct contact with us.

• The Principalities Choir, is the head of the third Hierarchy. Principalities deal directly with human issues within Heaven and report directly to the Virtues. Principalities are also the Angels assigned to watch over great Earthly things such as nations and religions.
• The Archangels Choir, is the second to the bottom tier of the nine Hierarchical levels. The Archangels are an elite group of Angels. Although these Angels are supposed to help watch over the true or common Angels, and represent a lower class, most of the Angels described as being Archangels are in fact Seraphim, Cherubim or Dominions.
• The Angels Choir, is the lowest class of the nine Hierarchical levels. By number, Angels are the largest of the Orders or Choirs many times over. Angels are the "messengers of God." In the Bible, and other scriptural or pseudo-scriptural works, they travel about telling men what it is that God desires of them.

"A real friend is like an Angel who warns you by her presence and remembers you in her prayers."

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The Seraphim Choir

The Seraphim Angels Hierarchy: First Angelic Triad
Order/Choir: First Choir
Classified: Seraphim
Origin of Name: The word Seraphim is the plural for Seraph. The word Seraph is a conjunction of two Hebrew words, Rapha meaning healer, and Ser meaning Guardian Angel (not the Guardian Angel's we are accustomed to)

Reports to: God
Angels: Barakiel, Jehoel, Jelial (a.k.a. Jeliel), Kemuel, Metatron (a.k.a. Metratton, Mittron, Metaraon, Merraton), Michael (a.k.a. Mikael, Mikha'il), Nathanael, Saraphiel, Uriel, Satan (Before his fall)

Physical Appearance:

• The physical appearance of a Seraphim Angel is fearsome
• The Seraphim Angel is very tall
• Seraphim Angels have six wings and four heads
• Of the six wings, two cover their faces, two cover their feet, and two are for flying
• The four heads of the Seraphim point to the four points of the compass
• It is said a Seraphim's true appearance is so bright, that no living being can lay eyes upon them. In fact, it is said, even the Cherubim cannot lay eyes upon them

Symbolized By:

• Six wings
• Four heads

Primary Role(s):

• They reflect God's goodness and His Absolute Holiness
• The Seraphim are the leaders of the Angel race
• The Seraphim are the defenders of the Creator
• The Seraphim are the class of Angel to surround the Throne of God
• The Seraphim revolve around God's Throne praising him by calling, "Holy, Holy, Holy, is the Lord of Hosts"
• Their numbers are unknown although some accounts say the Seraphim number in the millions
• Enoch said there were originally only 4 Seraphim of which, one was purported to be Satan prior to his fall

Noted For:

• The Seraphim Choir, is the highest class of celestial beings and the first Angels ever created
• The Seraphim are Love Angels of the purest love
• The intense love of the Seraphim protects the whole cosmos and guards our entire world as it pours down through the lower Eight Choirs of Angels
• Due to their praise and nearness to God, the Seraphim are considered to be the Angels of God's love
• By far, the Seraphim are the most powerful of Angels
• Each Seraphim reflects God in a special way

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The Cherubim Choir

The Cherubim Angels Hierarchy: First Angelic Triad
Order/Choir: Second Choir
Classified: Cherubim
Origin of Name: Translated, the word means "fullness of knowledge, or, wisdom."
Alternate Name(s): Malakhim, Mal'akh
Reports to: God
Angels: Cherubiel, Gabriel, Haziel, Kerubiel, Ophaniel, Raphael, Sachiel, Uriel, Zophiel, Satan (Before his fall)

Physical Appearance:

• The Cherubim have four wings and four heads
• The four heads point to the four points of the compass
• Cherubim are never mentioned as cute, chubby winged babies with flutes and harps as is depicted in so much "Angel art"

Primary Role(s):

• Cherubim are the Angels of God's knowledge or wisdom
• They are the spiritual leaders of Heaven
• They have the capacity to understand and communicate divine knowledge for the Creator
• They are the guardians of the fixed stars
• They are keepers of the celestial records
• They are the bestowers of knowledge

Noted For:

• Cherubim are the first Angelic mention in the Bible and are referred to in the books of Genesis, Exodus, Numbers, I & II Samuel, I & II Kings, I & II Chronicles, Psalms, Isaiah, Ezekiel, and Hebrews
• In the Book of Genesis it is the Cherubim who force Adam and Eve out of Eden and guard the gates to Paradise and the Tree of Life, with a flaming sword flashing back and forth. They will be there until the Day of Judgement
• Cherubim are the carved figures on the lid of the Ark of the Covenant
• In Islamic lore, the Cherubim were supposedly created out of the tears shed by the Archangel Michael for all the sins of humanity

Possible Origins:

The historical origins of their lore can possibly be traced to:

• Assyria - whose term Karabu meant "great and mighty"
• Akkadia - whose term Kuribu meant "propitious and blessed"
• Babylonia - whose term Karabu meant "propitious and blessed"

Shedu, Human-Headed, Winged, BullIn some regions, the Assyro-Babylonian term came to refer to "Spirits" which served the gods. In particular to the Shedu which were human-headed, winged, bulls. Sometimes these Shedu were referred to as Kirubu, a term grammatically related to Karabu. The Karabu were represented as pairs of colossal stone statues found on either side of objects to be protected, such as the entrances to temples and palaces.

A number of scholars have proposed that the Cherubim were originally a version of the Shedu. However, while the Shedu were popular in Mesopotamia, archaeological remains suggest that they were quite rare in the immediate vicinity of the Israelites.

On the other hand, the related Lammasu, the human-headed winged lions, (similar to the Sphinx in appearance), were the most popular winged-creature in Phoenician art. As a result, many scholars suspect that Cherubim were originally a form of Lammasu. This is based upon archeological findings and opinions that the Israelites arose as a subculture in Canaanite society. Hence, it was only natural for the Israelites to continue using Canaanite protective deities.

The Lammasu was originally depicted as having a king's head, a lion's body, and an eagle's wings. Because of the artistic beauty of the wings, they became the most prominent part in imagery. Wings were later were bestowed on men, thus forming the familiar image of an Angel.

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The Thrones Choir

The Thrones Angels Hierarchy: First Angelic Triad
Order/Choir: Third Choir
Classified: Thrones
Origin of Name: Their name comes from the idea that all the power of divinity rests on their shoulders
Alternate Name(s): Ophanim, Ofanim, Galgallin, Wheels, Great Wheels, Many Eyed Ones, Arelim
Reports to: God
Throne Angels: Jophiel, Oriphiel, Paschar, Raphael, Raziel, Teoael, Zabkiel, Zaphkiel

Physical Appearance:

• Thrones are said to have the strange appearance of a giant wheel covered with eyes.
• It is not known how many wings Thrones have, if they have any at all, considering they are depicted as wheels.
• As "bright and Shining as their brethren in the two higher choirs

Symbolized By:

• A Throne
• A Wheel
• A wheel-like being with many eyes

Primary Role(s):

• The Thrones are assigned to the Planets
• The Thrones are instructors of humility
• All the lower Choirs of Angels are dependent upon the Thrones to access God
• The Thrones are so filled with humility that God carries out His Divine Justice through them
• Thrones bring about God's justice
• Thrones dispense the justice and power of God to the Angelic Court in charge of the Cosmos and the Earth
• Thrones take great interest in human actions
• Thrones may channel their energies through your Guardian Angel to carrying out an assignment from the Justice of God rather than deal with you directly
• Through the Thrones, the power of justice comes to earth to help kings and rulers make the right judgements
• Dispensing justice with perfect objectivity and without pride or ambition

Noted For:

• Ezekiel 1:13-19 relates that Thrones take the form of wheels of fire, covered with eyes and wings
• There is mention that Thrones are the transitory Angel and the personal attendants of the Creator’s will
• Thrones are rarely seen, even by other Angels
• Justice is important to the Thrones
• Thrones are the third most powerful angelic order within the Hierarchy
• Thrones are supposedly very swift and possibly the fastest of all the Angels
• Thrones are Angels of "Pure Goodness" whose primary characteristic is "Pure Humility"
• Being the wheels of the chariot of God
• Being "the many-eyed ones"
• Being intensely humble
• Seeing truth clearly
• Dionysius called them God bearing because they bear the grace of God within themselves

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The Dominions Choir


The Dominions Choir of Angels Hierarchy: Second Angelic Triad
Order/Choir: Fourth Choir
Classified: Dominions
Alternate Name(s): Dominations, Hashmallim, Kunatetes, Kuriotes
Reports to: The Thrones
Dominion Angels: Camael (a.k.a. Chamuel), Hashmal, Muriel, Vasiariah, Zacharael (a.k.a. Yahriel), Zadkiel

Physical Appearance:

• Dominions usually appear as older, divinely beautiful humans with wings
• Dominions are believed to wear green and gold
• Dominions carry a sword and/or a scepter

Symbolized By:

• Dominions are characterized as wielding orbs of light fastened to the heads of their sceptres or on the pommel of their swords

Primary Role(s):

• Dominions, who receive their power and assignments from the Thrones, are the leadership over created matter
• Dominions mediate their power to the lesser Choirs of Angels across the entire cosmos
• The "Law of Cause and Effect" flows through them to all creation
• Dominions administer to the lower Choirs of Angels, who interface with the cosmos and the people of the world, the proper things and attitudes to show people in order to preserve their happiness
• Dominions transcend the sovereignty of the lesser Choirs of Angels, who are subject to them in obedience
• Their assignment is the universe in which we dwell
• They mediate the Holy Spirit of Love
• Dominions are Ministers of God's Justice to the Cosmos and the world
• Dominions rule, or dominate, angels in the lower orders
• Dominions govern the forces of chaos, especially unruly passions
• The Dominations, according to Dionysius, have the duty of regulating the tasks of Angels, and maintain the minute details of cosmic existence
• The Dominations are said to regulate the duties of God
• In their duties, Dominions concern themselves with the details of existence
• Dominions are the Angels who preside over nations

Noted For:

• Dominions are Angels of leadership
• The highest of the Angels of the Cosmos
• The Dominion Choir is noted for its vast power
• The Dominions represent order and discipline
• The Dominions are known as "Spirits of Wisdom"
• Dominion Angels communicate the Holy Spirit of Love to us
• Dominion Angels are filled with zeal for the splendor and order of creation
• The Dominions, as bearers of Divine Wisdom and the gifts of the Holy Spirit
• It is said the celestial letters of the Holy Name of God hang upon the ceiling in their heaven

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The Virtues Choir

Virtues Angels at Christ's Ascension Hierarchy: Second Angelic Triad
Order/Choir: Fifth Choir
Classified: Virtues
Alternate Name(s): Malakim, Dunamis, Tarshishim
Virtues Angels: Anael (a.k.a. Aniel, Hamiel, Haniel), Bariel, Gabriel, Melchizedek, Michael (a.k.a. Mikael, Mikha'il), Raphael, Tarshish, and Satan(el)

Physical Appearance:

• Virtues look much like other Angels
• Virtues entire body appears blurred and almost transparent
• At times, Virtues may appear as young, winged children

Symbolized By:

• Brilliance, as they are known as, "The Brilliant Ones"
• Shining, as they are known as, "The Shining Ones"

Primary Role(s):

• Virtues have control over all the Elements including the winds, rain, ice, and snow
• The Sun, stars, planets, Moon and galaxies, are kept in their divinely appointed routes and are subject to the command of the Virtues
• The Virtues govern all of nature
• Virtues help us grow in holiness
• Virtues help us to avoid accidents
• The Virtues are the Angels in charge of making miracles
• The Virtues take part in all the duties of the second triad, namely the ordering of the universe
• A specific task of the Virtues is to preside over celestial life
• the Virtues stow grace and valor within the mortal heart

Noted For:

• Virtues are very strong Angels
• Virtues are known as "Spirits of Motion"
• Virtues have great love for humans and watch over us
• Virtues are noted for making miracles
• Virtues are particularly partial of people who try to go beyond their capabilities
• Virtues give encouragement and help bolster a person's ability to survive hardship
• Virtues are connected closely to the saints
• Virtues possess divine strength
• Virtues work miracles on earth
• Virtues act as the chief givers of grace and valor
• Through the Virtues, worthy saints can receive the ability to work miracles of healing
• Virtues are the Angels who are sent to perform miracles on behalf of God
• The Virtues were created at the same time as the Sphere
• Virtues have the power to travel within the Sphere’s worlds
• Virtues are mentioned as being the Angels at Christ's Ascension and the ones who comforted him before the his Crucifixion
• It is said that two Virtues were present when Eve gave birth to Cain

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The Powers Choir

The Powers Angels Hierarchy: Second Angelic Triad
Order/Choir: Sixth Choir
Classified: Powers
Alternate Name(s): Dynamis, Potentates, Authorities, Potestas, Exousia
Powers Angels: Camael (a.k.a. Chamuel), Gabriel, Lucifer, Raphael, Verchiel (a.k.a. Varchiel)

Physical Appearance:

• The Powers are described as "warlike and fierce"

Symbolized By:

• The colors of green and gold
• Powers carry a flaming sword

Primary Role(s):

• The Powers, as described by Dionysius, are charged with the task of defeating the efforts of demons whose goal is to overthrow the world
• The Powers defend of the Cosmos against all evil
• The Powers are the guardians of all paths between Heaven and Earth
• Powers assist the soul in overcoming temptation and evil thoughts
• Powers are recognized as special "Warrior Angels" against evil
• The Powers watch over of those who govern countries, cities, congregations, and agencies and will come to their assistance
• A main purpose of the Powers is to constantly guard against any intrusion into Heaven or Earth by Hell's Legions
• The Powers are the "Angel military"
• The Powers are the bearers of conscience
• The Powers are the keepers of history
• Powers serve as advisers and policy planners
• Powers specialize in reducing formulated ideologies into written documents and doctrines
• The Powers oversee the distribution of power among mankind

Noted For:

• Powers are vigilant against evil
• The Powers are tireless defenders of goodness
• Powers are so intelligent they can detect schemes and tricks before they happen
• The Powers will send warnings to us when others seek to hurt us
• Powers speak only in silence
• The Powers are said to be the first groups of angels created by God on the second day of all creation
• It is said that, during the War in Heaven, the greatest number of Angels fell from the Powers order
• The Powers are said to have power over Satan
• The Powers consist of the lower Angel and Archangel class who have joined the "Angel military"
• The Powers are academically driven and concerned with ideology, philosophy, theology, religion, and the records that pertain to those studies
• The Powers are "Warrior Angels" created to be completely loyal to God
• The Powers are said to be the only order created after the fall
• Some believe that no Powers Angel has ever fallen from Grace while others believe that some had fallen
• Some believe that the Devil was the Chief of the Powers before he Fell
• The Powers appear to collaborate, in power and authority with the Principalities

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The Principalities Choir

The Principalities Angels Hierarchy: Third Angelic Triad
Order/Choir: Seventh Choir
Classified: Principalities
Alternate Name(s): Principatus
Reports to: Virtues
Principalities Angels: Anael (a.k.a. Aniel, Hamiel, Haniel), Cervill, Melchizedek, Michael (a.k.a. Mikael, Mikha'il), Nisroch, Raphael, Zuriel

Physical Appearance:

• The Principalities wear a crown and carry a scepter

Symbolized By:

• Scepter
• Cross
• Sword

Primary Role(s):

• The Principalities are Administrative Angels
• Principalities are empowered by human behavior to influence the life-style of those who inhabit their sphere of influence
• The Principalities have jurisdiction over those who govern people and places
• They work with the Guardian Angels, who watch over every specific person
• Principalities encourage prayer and spiritual development
• Principalities have control over the lowest order of Angels
• Principalities raise worthy individuals to political office
• Principalities develop ideologies

Noted For:

• The number of Principalities Angels is unknown however, they are countless
• Each nation, city, province, town, village, and hamlet has a special Angel Principalitie whose job it is to guard and guide it with the help of the Guardian Angel assigned to that place
• Some have referred to Principalities as Princes because they are beleived to be in charge of nations, cities, countries, regions, places, and communities
• Principalities communicate ideas
• Principalities "stir up" circumstances
• Principalities can interfere in human affairs to accomplish the direct Will of God
• The wisdom of the Principalities guide events to bring blessings of contentment and abundance to the places they protect
• Principalities Angel Hamiel supposedly took the prophet Enoch up into Heaven when he died
• Principalities Angel Cervill, also known as the Prince of Strength, aided David in his battle against Goliath
• Principalities frequently receive permission to have direct dealings with mortals
• Principalities have the ability to move the hearts and minds of mortals and perform miracles
• Principalities seek to regulate and guide the thoughts and ethics of the leaders of the world
• Principalities are removed from the actual being of God and are fully of this Earth as are the Archangels and Angels ranks below them
• Principalities deal directly with human issues
• The Principalities appear to collaborate, in power and authority with the Powers
• Principalities are focused on specific lines of thought

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The Archangels Choir

Hierarchy: Third Angelic Triad
Order/Choir: Eighth Choir
Classified: Archangels
Origin of Name: The Etymology of the English word Archangel, originated from two Greek words archo, meaning the first in rule or power, and angelos meaning "messenger."


Pseudo-Dionysius Archangels: Chamuel (a.k.a. Camael), Gabriel, Jophiel, Michael (a.k.a. Mikael), Raphael, Uriel, Zadkiel
Talismanic Archangels: Camael (a.k.a. Chamuel), Gabriel, Haniel (a.k.a. Anael, Aniel, Hamiel), Michael (a.k.a. Mikael), Raphael, Zadkiel, Zaphkiel
Ethiopic Enoch Archangels: Gabriel, Michael (a.k.a. Mikael), Raguel, Raphael, Remiel, Uriel, Zerachiel
Hebrew Enoch Archangels: Baradiel, Baraqiel, Gabriel, Mikael (a.k.a. Michael), Shachaqiel, Shatqiel, Sidriel
Testament of Solomon Archangels: Adonael, Arael, Gabriel, Iaoth, Mikael (a.k.a. Michael), Sabrael, Uriel
Christian Gnostic Archangels: Barachiel, Gabriel, Jehudiel, Michael (a.k.a. Mikael), Raphael, Sealtiel, Uriel
Gregory the Great Archangels: Gabriel, Michael (a.k.a. Mikael), Orifiel, Raphael, Samiel, Uriel, Zachariel
Geonic Lore Archangels: Aniel (a.k.a. Anael, Hamiel, Haniel), Famael, Gabriel, Kafziel, Michael (a.k.a. Mikael), Raphael, Zadkiel
Hierarchy of the Blessed Angels Archangels: Adabiel, Chamuel (a.k.a. Camael), Gabriel, Haniel (a.k.a. Anael, Aniel, Hamiel), Michael (a.k.a. Mikael), Raphael, Zaphiel
Princes of the Archangels: Barachiel, Barbiel, Gabriel, Jehudiel, Metatron (a.k.a. Metratton, Mittron, Metaraon, Merraton), Michael (a.k.a. Mikael), Raphael, Satan (before his fall)
Eastern Orthodox Archangels: Barachiel, Gabriel, Jegudiel, Michael (a.k.a. Mikael), Raphael, Selaphiel (a.k.a. Salaphiel), Uriel

Primary Role(s):

• Archangels have the unique role of being God's messenger to the people at critical times in history and salvation
• Archangels bring messages of Divine decrees to earth
• Archangels are called "the heralds of good news" and announce great and glorious events
• Archangels receive understanding of God's will from the higher orders of Angels and relate it to the lower order of Angels that interact with humans
• Archangels help watch over the true or common Angels

Noted For:

• Archangels are generally taken to mean "chief or leading Angel"
• Archangels may be of the Archangel Order/Choir, or, other hierarchial Orders/Choirs
• Archangels are best known for their roles as messengers in the Bible
• The Archangel Gabriel told Mary of her upcoming birth of Jesus Christ
• Guardians of people and all physical things
• Archangels are said to be very powerful
• Archangels number seven in most texts composed by various sources and authorities. However, few of these sources reflect the same seven Archangels
• Most of the Angels described as being Archangels are in fact Seraphim, Cherubim or Dominions which would imply that Archangels are not truly a distinct class, but rather an elite group of Angels given special purpose beyond that of their actual Order/Choir
• Archangels are considered Angels of the world

"Millions of spiritual creatures walk the earth. Unseen, both when we are awake and when we sleep."

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The Angels Choir

Angels Hierarchy: Third Angelic Triad
Order/Choir: Ninth Choir
Classified: Angels
Origin of Name: The Etymology of the English word Angel, originated from the Latin word angelus. That was derived from the Greek word angelos. Translated, the word means "messenger"
Alternate Name(s): Malakhim, Mal'akh
Reports to: The Principalities

Physical Appearance:

• The common Angel has the appearance of a tall human with "phantom-like" wings

Primary Role(s):

• Angels are the messengers of God traveling about telling men what it is that God desires of them either vocally or by influencing man's environment
• A common Angel can only raise status by becoming a Power

Noted For:

• Guardians of people and all physical things
• By number, Angels are the largest of the Orders or Choirs many times over
• The Angels Choir is the lowest class of the nine Hierarchical levels
• Angels are mostly concerned with the affairs of living things
• Within the category of Angels, there are many different kinds, with different functions
• Angels can be found in many ancient and current cultures religions. For example:
  
  • Christianity - "Angels"
  • Judaism - "Angels"
  • Islam - "Shaitan" and "Jinn"
  • Zoroastrianism - "Amesha Spentas, Yazatas, and Fravashis"
  • Buddhist - "Devas"
  • Japanese - "Tennin"
  • Hindus - "Asuras"
  • American Indians had various names such as "Thunderbird"
  • and more
• In the ancient Pagan myths of Greece and Rome, their gods and goddesses sent Angelic-like beings to earth as messengers to humans. In later times however, Pagan gods, goddesses, and Angels, were demoted to fairies and demons. Following is are examples of some of the "messengers they dispatched:
  
  • The goddess Isis
  • The winged Cupid as a messenger of love
  • Hermes a divine messenger with wings on his feet
  • The Greek Genius and Juno were terms for Guardian Angels, or Spirits, that could be the guardian of an individual, a family, or city. Each male child born had his own Genius, and each female born had her own Juno to watch over them throughout their entire life
• Each nation, city, province, town, village, and hamlet has a special Principalities Angel whose job it is to guard and guide it. The Principalities Angel has the help and assistance of the Guardian Angel assigned to the location