The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 55: The Fall of the Angels (2025)
Feb 24, 2025
Fr. Mike delves into the dramatic fall of the angels, probing the deeper implications of pride and envy that led to their rebellion. He explains how this celestial schism influences humanity’s experience of original sin. The discussion highlights the power dynamics of evil, emphasizing that even Satan is ultimately a creature within God’s dominion. With insightful comparisons to fear as a lurking lion, he underscores the necessity of resisting evil through faith and the strength of Divine Providence.
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The Fall of Angels
- God created angels good, but some, like Satan, rejected Him.
- Satan, limited in power and knowledge, hates everything God loves, including humanity.
Irrevocable Choice
- The fallen angels, including Satan, made an irrevocable choice to reject God, just as humans do upon death.
- God remains good even when rejected, but the fallen angels cannot repent.
Satan's Motivation
- Satan's rebellion might have been fueled by pride ("you will be like God") and envy.
- One theory suggests Satan envied humans, possibly because God revealed He'd become human and elevate them.