interesting facts about angle in the Bible
THE 5 TYPES OF ANGELS IN
THE BIBLE
1.ARCHANGELS
The word arch means, “Chief.” This gives us the idea that there is ranking or classes of angels in heaven. (Colossians 1:16-17, Ephesians 3:9-10)
The word archangel is only seen twice in scripture and both times are in the New Testament.
2.CHERUBIM
Most of the time we think cherubs as these cute little-naked babies flying around with wings. At least that’s what Renaissance and Victorian artist depicted. But that’s not what we see in scripture. The prophet Ezekiel describes these amazing spiritual beings as:
And this was their appearance: they had a human likeness, but each had four faces, and each of them had four wings. Their legs were straight, and the soles of their feet were like the sole of a calf’s foot. And they sparkled like burnished bronze. Under their wings on their four sides they had human hands. And the four had their faces and their wings thus: their wings touched one another.
3.SERAPHIM
These angels are all about the presence of God. They fly around the throne room of God declaring the holiness of God.
According, to the Strong’s Concordance Saraph are described as – “Burning.” These angels are on fire, worshipping the God the All-consuming Fire!
4.THE LIVING CREATURES
These angels are also known as “living beasts” or “the four beasts.” They minister by worshipping and glorifying God.
When I was a little girl I had this dream that I remember so vividly. I was somewhere beautiful and it was so bright and white. And under this pink blooming tree was like a bull sitting under it but sitting like a man. And it was covered from head to toe with eyes. I remember just staring at it in awe. No fear…it was beautiful. Hard to describe. I then I woke up.
5.COMMON ANGELS
This may seem like a broad way to categorize angels, but these angels don’t seem to fall into an angelic type or rank. This doesn’t mean they are not powerful beings. They still work for God.
Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it. Hebrews 13:2
1.ARCHANGELS
The word arch means, “Chief.” This gives us the idea that there is ranking or classes of angels in heaven. (Colossians 1:16-17, Ephesians 3:9-10)
The word archangel is only seen twice in scripture and both times are in the New Testament.
2.CHERUBIM
Most of the time we think cherubs as these cute little-naked babies flying around with wings. At least that’s what Renaissance and Victorian artist depicted. But that’s not what we see in scripture. The prophet Ezekiel describes these amazing spiritual beings as:
And this was their appearance: they had a human likeness, but each had four faces, and each of them had four wings. Their legs were straight, and the soles of their feet were like the sole of a calf’s foot. And they sparkled like burnished bronze. Under their wings on their four sides they had human hands. And the four had their faces and their wings thus: their wings touched one another.
3.SERAPHIM
These angels are all about the presence of God. They fly around the throne room of God declaring the holiness of God.
According, to the Strong’s Concordance Saraph are described as – “Burning.” These angels are on fire, worshipping the God the All-consuming Fire!
4.THE LIVING CREATURES
These angels are also known as “living beasts” or “the four beasts.” They minister by worshipping and glorifying God.
When I was a little girl I had this dream that I remember so vividly. I was somewhere beautiful and it was so bright and white. And under this pink blooming tree was like a bull sitting under it but sitting like a man. And it was covered from head to toe with eyes. I remember just staring at it in awe. No fear…it was beautiful. Hard to describe. I then I woke up.
5.COMMON ANGELS
This may seem like a broad way to categorize angels, but these angels don’t seem to fall into an angelic type or rank. This doesn’t mean they are not powerful beings. They still work for God.
Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it. Hebrews 13:2
Thank you.
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