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'''Archangel''' is derived from the Greek word ἀρχάγγελος (''arch-'' "chief", and ''angel'' "messenger") and refers to an angel of high rank. Archangels are found in [[Christianity]] and [[Islam]], as well as a number of religious traditions under a different names. In [[Judaism]] they are called [[Elohim]] while in [[Zoroastrianism]] they are called [[Amesha Spenta]]. | '''Archangel''' is derived from the Greek word ἀρχάγγελος (''arch-'' "chief", and ''angel'' "messenger") and refers to an angel of high rank. Archangels are found in [[Christianity]] and [[Islam]], as well as a number of religious traditions under a different names. In [[Judaism]] they are called [[Elohim]] while in [[Zoroastrianism]] they are called [[Amesha Spenta]]. | ||
== Additional resources == | |||
* [https://www.theosophy.world/encyclopedia/archangel Archangel] in Theosophy World | |||
== Notes == | |||
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Latest revision as of 23:05, 26 November 2023
Archangel is derived from the Greek word ἀρχάγγελος (arch- "chief", and angel "messenger") and refers to an angel of high rank. Archangels are found in Christianity and Islam, as well as a number of religious traditions under a different names. In Judaism they are called Elohim while in Zoroastrianism they are called Amesha Spenta.
Additional resources
- Archangel in Theosophy World