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How many Angels are mentioned in the Bible? Five different Angels are named including Gabriel and Michael who were both archangels. Two fallen angels are also seen in the bible; Lucifer and Abaddon. Finally, there is the mysterious Angels of the Lord who most theologians believe is the pre-incarnate appearance of Christ.
Here is some background information if you are interested in learning more about Angels:
5 Important Angels in the Bible
1. Michael
The archangel Michael appears in Revelation 12:7-8, and is described as a commander of heavenly armies, who defeats Satan once and for all. There is no doubt that Michael is a fierce warrior, and that his angelic armies are at work in our world today.
2. Gabriel
Gabriel appears in several places the Bible and, most importantly is the angel who brings news of the coming births of John the Baptist (Luke 1:19) and of Jesus (Luke 1:26).
3. The Announcement of Christ’s Birth
These angels appear to shepherds in one of the most beautiful passages of Scripture, Luke 2:8-14:
“And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.’ Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, ‘Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.’”
The significance is that one angel is suddenly joined by many, all proclaiming the good news of salvation. Again, they appear frightening to the shepherds, yet assure them that there is nothing to fear.
4. The Invisible Angelic Armies
These angels appear in 2 Kings 6:15-17, and are a reminder that God’s servants are invisibly at work among us. In a moment of weakness, Elisha prays that his servant would see that they are surrounded by an angelic army. “And Elisha prayed, ‘Open his eyes, LORD, so that he may see.’ Then the LORD opened the servant’s eyes, and he looked and saw the hills full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha.”
What a beautiful reminder that God is always at work among us, even when we don’t see it.
5. The Angel of the Lord
There are several references to “The Angel of the Lord.” Many believe this to be Christ himself acting in the Old Testament, and there is indeed merit to that argument. This angel appears to Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego in the fiery furnace (Daniel 3:24-25), to Gideon (Judges 6:11-12), and Abraham (Genesis 22:15). Whether or not this is Jesus, or a very important heavenly angel, the Angel of the Lord has a uniquely important place throughout the Old Testament.
Although we will never know all there is to know about angels on this side of Heaven, these heavenly beings are active, important servants of God. They are fighting spiritual warfare on our behalf, offering us comfort and hold a special place in the story of Scripture.
We do have to keep in mind that the Old Testament and the New Testament were written in different languages, so the Greek word for destroyer is going to be a different word than the Hebrew one.
We do see a similar word in the Old and New Testament, as highlighted in this article. Although we only see the instance in the latter half of the Bible in Revelation 9:11, five verses in the Old Testament use the word.
6. Lucifer
The Bible gives us this information about the devil before his fall
Named Lucifer, which means “star of the morning”
Held a high-ranking position in the angelic host
Had exquisite beauty and great wisdom
Given a position of great power and influence
Called “the guardian cherub”
Lucifer was not satisfied with worshipping God; instead, he wanted to be worshipped. Once a beautiful, powerful angel of God, he lost his former, exalted position in Heaven.
Lucifer (“star of the morning”) became Satan (“accuser”) when he fell to the earth. Jesus, speaking of this event, said, “I saw Satan fall like lightning from Heaven” (Luke 10:18).
When Satan fell, he did not fall alone. Scripture tells us that he took one-third of the angels (see Revelation 12:4).
7. Abaddon
Abaddon in the Old Testament appears to mean destruction. Job 26:6 says that destruction exists in the realm of the dead known as Sheol (Hell, in essence). A similar definition of Abaddon operates in Psalm 88:11 and Proverbs 15:11.
As for the character of Abaddon, we only encounter this being in Revelation. He carries out his role during the fifth trumpet of destruction, as we mentioned above with the locusts. They swarm out of a seemingly bottomless pit.
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