Table of Contents What Is an Archangel? An Archangel is an angel of the highest rank. The English word archangel comes from the Greek word archangelos, meaning “chief angel” or “principal messenger.” In Christianity, Judaism, and several other Abrahamic traditions, archangels are viewed as powerful servants of God who carry out important divine missions. They announce God’s plans, protect His people, defeat evil, and assist in carrying out His will. Although the Bible explicitly uses the singular title “the archangel” only for Michael (Jude 1:9), many Christian traditions recognize several…
