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St. Michael the Archangel

by Mack from Mankato

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St Michael is one of the principal Angels. It is disputed whether Scripture means him to be seen as Prince over all angels, or to a specific delineation (such as Seraphim, Cherubim, or Angels, in descending order of rank).

His motivation may be discerned through inference. For love of Lord and all of God's people, Saint Michael the Archangel is a warrior for the protection and guidance of God's people. He stands for those who cannot defend themselves.

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His duties include defending the souls of the chosen people from the influence of the Fiend, and acting as Warleader of Heaven against Satan and his demonic ilk. He is also attributed to be the gatherer of souls for judgment, much like the Valkyrie in Norse mythology. He is attributed the guardianship of the bodies of several major characters in the Church's history: namely Eve and Moses, as well as the guardianship of the gates of Paradise.

Patronage: as well as being my Confirmation name, St. Michael the Archangel is the patron saint of policemen and mariners. There are many chapels dedicated to Saint Michael. One of the more famous of these is Mont Saint Michel, built in Normandy, France, in 709.

Prayer to Saint Michael:
"O God, you arranged the services of angels and men in a wonderful order. Mercifully grant that they who always stand before your face ministering to you in heaven may also defend our life upon earth"
-taken from: Picture Book of Saints, by Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D.

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Last edited 11/26/2008 12:00:00 AM

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