History of Angel in Timeline

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Angel

An angel is a spiritual being, often depicted as a humanoid with wings, acting as a messenger or intermediary between God and humanity in religions like the Abrahamic faiths. They also serve as protectors, guides (guardian angels), and servants of God. Western belief often distinguishes them as benevolent intermediaries, contrasting them with malevolent ones.

August 1986: Pope John Paul II discusses angels in a General Audience

During a General Audience on August 6, 1986, Pope John Paul II discussed the nature of angels, stating that they do not have bodies, though they may appear in visible forms. He also referenced the Four Living Creatures in Revelation and the cherubim and seraphim in the Hebrew Bible, noting that early Christian art depicted angels without wings.

1986: Pope John Paul II's Address on Angels

In 1986, Pope John Paul II delivered an address titled "Angels Participate In History Of Salvation", emphasizing the importance of angels in Catholic teachings and suggesting that modern mentality should recognize their significance.