Angels are supernatural beings found in Abrahamic religions (Judaism, Christianity, and Islam) and some branches of Hinduism and Buddhism. They are typically depicted as celestial beings subservient to a supreme deity, particularly within monotheistic belief systems. Angels often serve as messengers, guardians, or agents carrying out the divine will.
During a General Audience on August 1986, Pope John Paul II delivered an address titled "Angels participate in the history of salvation". He explained that angels do not possess physical bodies but can manifest in visible forms to fulfill their missions for the well-being of humanity. He also discussed the depiction of angels in Christian art, drawing parallels with descriptions from Revelation and the Hebrew Bible.
In 1986, Pope John Paul II delivered an address titled "Angels Participate In History Of Salvation", emphasizing the role of angels in Catholic teachings. He suggested that modern society should recognize the significance of angels.