The 8 Archangels and their attributes and prayers

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“It is not because angels are holierthan men or devils that makes themangels, but because they do notexpect holiness from one another,but from God alone.”

William Blake (1757 – 1827)

Archangel SalaphielArchangel Salaphiel: “Prayer of God” or "Intercessor of

God.“

Salaphiel represents the three different types ofprayer; blessing, supplication and praise. These threetypes of prayer are how we are to pray to God. He isdepicted with his face and eyes lowered, holding hishands to his heart in prayer.

Prayer to the Archangel Salaphiel O Pure and Holy Archangel St. Salaphiel, you bowbefore the Almighty Lord offering angelic salutationsof praise and thanksgiving. Guide us in our prayer. Likeyou, we would like to unceasingly pray and worshipGod the right way. May our lives be like incensepleasing to God. While awaiting for the inevitable timeof separation from this material world, may we praisethe Holy Trinity in the spirit of true love and humilitythroughout the days of our life in eternity. Obtain forus these favors _________ and present to God theFather all these petitions through Jesus Christ our LordTogether with the Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen.

Archangel Jeremiel Archangel Jeremiel: Height of God” or "Gods exaltation"

He is venerated as an inspirer and awakener of exaltedthoughts that raise a person toward God. He is shownholding scales of justice in his right hand.

Prayer to the Archangel Jeremiel

O Illustrious St. Jeremiel, the Archangel of God's divinejustice, as you hold the heavenly scales that weigh ourlives on earth, we ask you to intercede for us, that Godmay forgive us all our sins. Obtain for us the grace of true repentance and conversion of heart that we may bespared of the punishment we deserve. Offer our prayersto God in our search for true peace and happinessfounded on truth and justice. We pray for those who aresuffering of inhumanities, dying because of injustice and the oppressed due to manipulation and exploitation.We also pray for our less fortunate brothers andourselves for the following intentions _________.Present to God the Father all these petitions through Jesus Christ our Lord together with the Holy Spiritforever and ever. Amen.

Archangel RaphaelArchangel Raphael: “Help of God” or "Gods healing"

He is depicted leading Tobias and carrying the medicinal fish caught in the Tigris and, or holding a physician's alabaster jar.

Prayer to Archangel Raphael

O Great Archangel, St. Raphael, you have been appointed by God to become our healer and to guide us in our earthly pilgrimage to our home in heaven. We beg you to assist us in all our undertakings and in all the trials and pains of this earthly life. We pray for constant good health both physically, mentally and spiritually. We beseech you to guide always our steps that we shall walk with confidence towards our journey, and enlighten us with our doubts generated by intellectual pride and worldly ambitions. St. Raphael, please present to God the following petitions _________.Through Jesus Christ our Lord together with the Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen.

Archangel GabrielArchangel Gabriel: “Man of God” or "Might of God"

He is the herald of the mysteries of God and is depicted holding a lantern with a lighted taper inside with his right hand and in his left hand he holds a mirror of jasper. The mirror signifies the wisdom of God as a hidden mystery.

Prayer to the Archangel Gabriel

St. Gabriel, Holy Archangel, you, who are known as the bearer of God's secrets meant especially for His chosen ones, we, God's children, are constantly keeping watch on God's message. Through your powerful intercession, may we receive God's words and messages so that together with Mary, the Theotokos, we may give glory and praise to Him.May we also radiate God's love to others by our exemplary deeds. O, St. Gabriel, obtain for us the grace and present to God the Father the following requests _________ through Jesus Christ our Lord together with the Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen.

Archangel MichaelArchangel Michael: "Strength of God" or “who is like God”

He is considered the defender of the faith and is depicted as a commander holding a sword in his right hand and a Palm branch or a silver medallion with an image of Christ in his left hand.

Prayer to the Archangel Michael

O Mighty Prince of the Heavenly Hosts, St. Michael, we beg you to protect and defend us in all struggles against the everyday temptations in this world. Help us to overcome all evils and strengthen us, that we may declare our faith in and loyalty to the Most High so that together with all the angels and saints in heaven we may glorify the Lord. St. Michael, please intercede for us together with the Theotokosand obtain for us the following requests __________.Present to God the Father all these petitions through Jesus Christ our Lord together with the Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen.

Archangel JegudielArchangel Jegudiel: Praise of God” or "Glorifier of God“

He is depicted bearing a crown or golden wreath in his right hand and a triple-thonged whip in his left hand

Prayer to the Archangel Jegudiel

O Merciful Archangel, St. Jegudiel dispenser of God'seternal and abundant mercy. Because of our sinfulness,we do not deserve God's forgiveness. Yet, He continuallygrants us forbearance freely and lovingly. Help us in ourdetermination to overcome our sinful habits and betruly sorry for them. Bring each one of us to trueconversion of heart, that we may experience the joy ofreconciliation which it brings, without which Neither weas individuals, nor the whole world can know truepeace. You who continually intercedes for us, listento our prayers _________ and present to God the FatherAll these petitions through Jesus Christ our LordTogether with the Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen.

Archangel BarachielArchangel Barachiel: “Blessing of God.”or ”Gods Blessing”

He is commander of all the legions of angels including the Guardian angels. He is depicted holding a single white rose against his breast, holding several roses, or having roses strewn about him.

Prayer to the Archangel Barachiel

O Powerful Archangel, St. Barachiel, filled with heaven'sglory and splendor, you are rightly called God's benediction. We are God's children placed under yourprotection and care. Listen to our supplications ______.Grant that through your loving intercession, we mayreach our heavenly home one day. Sustain us and protect us from all harm that we may posses for all eternity the peace and happiness that Jesus has prepared for us in heaven. Present to God the Father all these petitions through Jesus Christ our Lord together with the Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen.

Archangel Uriel

Archangel Uriel: “Fire of God” or "Light of God“

He is depicted holding a sword against the Persians in his right hand and a flame in his left hand

Prayer to the Archangel Uriel

Oh holy St. Uriel, come to our aid with your legion of angels! Intercede for us that our hearts may burnwith the fire of God. Obtain for us the grace to usethe sword of truth to fight against all that is not inconformity to the most adorable will of God in our lives. Amen