Archangel

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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 Elohims while in Zoroastrianism they are called Amesha Spenta.

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