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Michael, also called Saint Michael the Archangel, Archangel Michael and Saint Michael the Taxiarch [dead link] is an archangel in Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and the Baha'i faith.
- banner, scales, weighing souls, sword, slaying Satan or a dragon
St. Michael the Archangel, also known as Saint Michael the Archangel or simply Archangel Michael, holds a significant place in the Roman Catholic tradition. He is an Archangel, associated with courage, protection, and divine intervention. Biblical and Historical Roots.
St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our defense against the wickedness and snares of the Devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly hosts, by the power of God, thrust into hell Satan, and all the evil spirits, who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen. .
Saint Michael the Archangel is referenced in the Old Testament and has been part of Christian teachings since the earliest times. [1] . In Catholic writings and traditions he acts as the defender of the Church and chief opponent of Satan, and assists people at the hour of death.
Michael, in the Bible and in the Qur’an, one of the archangels. He is repeatedly depicted as a warrior and the leader of the heavenly hosts. In Christianity he came to be regarded as the helper of the church against the attacks of the Devil. Learn more about Michael, including scriptural references and feast days.
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O glorious prince St. Michael, chief and commander of the heavenly hosts, guardian of souls, vanquisher of rebel spirits, servant in the house of the Divine King and our admirable conductor, you who shine with excellence and superhuman virtue deliver us from all evil, who turn to you with confidence and enable us by your gracious protection to ...
ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL. Feast: September 29 (Hebr. "Who is like God?"), one of the principal angels; his name was the war-cry of the good angels in the battle fought in heaven against the enemy and his followers. Four times his name is recorded in Scripture:
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