History of Angel in Timeline
An angel is a spiritual being, commonly depicted as humanoid with wings, serving as a messenger or intermediary between God and humanity in various traditions, particularly Abrahamic religions. They are often seen as protectors, guides (such as guardian angels), and servants of God. In Western traditions, the term often distinguishes benevolent from malevolent intermediary beings. Their roles vary but consistently emphasize a connection between the divine and the mortal realm.
August 1986: Pope John Paul II's Explanation of Angels in Christian Art
During a General Audience on August 6, 1986, Pope John Paul II explained that angels do not have a 'body' but can reveal themselves in visible forms. He connected Christian art's depiction of the Four Living Creatures from Revelation and the cherubim and seraphim from the Hebrew Bible to the representation of angels, noting that while cherubim and seraphim have wings in the Bible, angels are not always depicted with wings. The earliest Christian image of an angel in the Catacomb of Priscilla (mid-3rd century) shows the angel 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.
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