| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| ARCHANGEL | ARCHANGEL – An angel of higher rank. Three archangels mentioned in the Bible are: Michael, the captain of the heavenly host (Jude 1:9); Gabriel, who announced to the All-Holy Virgin that she was to be the Mother of Jesus Christ (LUKE 1:26) ; and Raphael, who accompanied the young Tobias (Tobit 5:4). |