Which Angel Are You?

Seraphim are too intense for even heavenly beings to look at directly. They are 'fiery' beings that emit a great light that represents God's love. They fly about his throne, singing 'Holy, Holy, Holy.' They dispel the shadows of darkness and purify by light and fire. When they appear to humans, they leave their fiery coverings in heaven and appear as tall, slim humans.

Cherubim are the keepers of the celestial record. They guard the Garden of Eden, carry God's throne, and protect the Ark of the Covenant. They move like flashes of lightning.

Thrones present the prayers of humankind to God and listen devotedly to His will. The 24 elders in the Book of Revelation are thought, by some theologians, to be thrones.

Virtues are responsible for miracles and signs. They inspire and comfort, and the angels at the tomb of Jesus are thought to have been virtues.

These warrior angels dwell between heaven and earth, and battle evil. Some theologians believe that there is only one fallen power: Satan. The remaining powers are devoted to God and fight for goodness both in the spiritual world and on earth. They may even influence our conscience for the better.

Principalities rule over the classes of angels that have the most frequent contact with humanity. They deliver blessings to humans and plant seeds of ideas in our minds, inspiring us in science and art.