Catholic Saints The Choirs of Angels, Archangels, & Guardian Angels
Sep 29, 2025
Join Dr. Elizabeth Klein, a theology professor and angel expert, as she uncovers the fascinating world of angels. Discover how angels are woven into Scripture and learn about the nine choirs, from Seraphim to Guardian Angels. Dr. Klein discusses the roles of archangels, such as Michael and Gabriel, in human affairs. Explore the concept of guardian angels, their protective duties, and tips to deepen your devotion to them. She even shares classic prayers that spark childhood memories!
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Angels Are Scriptural And Representative
- Angels appear frequently in Scripture and sometimes act as God's representative in surprising places like the burning bush.
- St. Augustine teaches angels manage Old Testament dispensation and manifest God's otherness to humans.
Nine Choirs Are Speculative Tradition
- The nine choirs of angels is a longstanding but non-dogmatic Christian tradition derived from Pseudo-Dionysius and expanded by Thomas Aquinas.
- This hierarchy is speculative theology, so Catholics need not assent to every detail.
Choirs Ordered By Ways Of Knowing
- Medieval theologians ordered angelic choirs by intellectual mode: higher choirs know general causes, lower choirs handle particulars.
- Angels know by intellect alone, so differences among them are rooted in distinct modes of knowing.
