The archangels constitute one of the nine choirs of the angelic hierarchy and are the penultimate before the angels. Although only 3 are mentioned in the Bible, the Catholic religion accepts 7 as members of the Heavenly Court.
Archangel Michael is one of the best known and people go to him to request his protection since he is the one who fights against adversity and everything negative. His functions are to fight against Satan, offer souls the opportunity to redeem themselves before dying, weigh souls in a scale at the Last Judgment and be the guardian of the Church.
He is visualized as the spiritual warrior with soldier’s armor and a sword, which symbolizes justice, the balance representing balance and goodness among human beings, and the chains that are associated with the breaking of ignorance and oppression.
The day in his honor is Sunday, his colors red representing strength, and blue associated with justice.. He promotes courage, protection, fights against injustices, is with the humble, helpless and is the defender of children.
When to ask the Archangel Michael for help?
He is invoked in difficult moments, we feel fear for ourselves or our loved ones, we need courage to overcome adversity, protection against evil or negativity, when we want to strengthen faith in our divinity and God, as well as if we feel loneliness, sadness and depression.
Ritual to invoke the Archangel Michael
Although it is suggested to invoke him on Sundays, you can ask for his help any day of the week. Light a red candle for strength or blue if you want justice and pray the following prayer suggested by the Vatican News website:
“Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in the fight. Be our protection against the perversity and snares of the devil. May God manifest his power over him is our humble prayer. And you, oh Prince of the Celestial Militia, with the power that God has conferred on you, throw Satan into hell, and the other evil spirits that roam the world for the perdition of souls. Amen”.
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