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The angels, including the archangels, were created by God as pure spirits long before the Earth even existed. All the angels are given the title of "saint" as they are in heaven serving Our Lord. In other words, they were created as saints and not simply declared saints by man.
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If he exists (he doesn't appear - at least by name - outside the book of Tobit, which is not regarded as canonical by many Christian sects) he was a saint from the beginning, since he is an angel, and not fallen, and therefore dwelling in heaven. However, he was presumably officially recognized as a saint about the same time the Roman Catholic church accepted the book of Tobit as canonical (I couldn't easily find any information on his exact canonization date).
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoSt. Raphael the Archangel was created by God long before the universe existed. He had no birthdate nor will he ever die. The term saint is applied to the angels and archangels since they are in heaven and stand before the throne of God. Raphael was created as a saint.
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When did Saint Raphael the Archangel become a saint?
Raphael was created by God as an archangel, a pure spirit, long before the universe even existed. He was created as a "saint." Saint is a title we confer on anyone in Heaven.
Where was Saint Raphael created?
Raphael is an archangel and was created in Heaven.
Why was saint Raphael canonized?
St. Raphael was canonized because of his reputation for healing the sick, helping travelers, and being a protector of the vulnerable. He is considered a powerful intercessor for those in need, and his life and miracles have inspired devotion among believers, leading to his official recognition as a saint by the Catholic Church.
Is Rafael a saint's name?
Rafael is Spanish for Raphael and we so have Saint Raphael the Archangel.
Where did Saint Raphael go to school?
Saint Raphael is an archangel and had no need to attend school.
Where did saint Raphael die?
Saint Raphael is an Archangel, not a human. Therefore, as Angels never die, Saint Raphael never died.
What saint was San Rafael was named for?
Saint Raphael the Archangel.
What kind of life did Saint Raphael lead?
Saint Raphael the Archangel is a pure spirit and has not lived as a human.
What was the life of Saint Raphael?
Saint Raphael is an angel, an archangel. He is a pure spirit who has never lived as a human.
Where does Saint Raphael the Archangel live?
He is an angel and resides in Heaven.
Who canonized San Raphael the Archangel?
Saint Raphael is an angel, was created as an angel in heaven and had no need to be canonized.
Who is the patron saint of healers?
Saint Raphael, or the Archangel Raphael, patron Sait of Travelers or healers
