There are 9 choirs of angels, grouped into 3 orders.
.Catholic AnswerThere are nine choirs of angels: .Nine Choirs of Angels.1. Angels,2. Archangels,3. Principalities,4. Powers,5. Virtues,6. Dominations,7. Thrones,8. Cherubim, and9. Seraphim.
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The angels are commonly divided into nine choirs, beginning with the highest:SeraphimCherubimThronesDominionsVirtuesPowersArchangelsPrincipalitiesAngels
Powers are warriors and defenders. They protect humans and the heavens from harmful spirits.
The archangels are in the 3rd Hierarchy along with Principalities and Angels. They are the 8th Choir; They carry God's most important messages to humans. They also command God's 'armies' of Angels in the constant battle with the "sons of darkness."
A host, or heavenly host. The heavenly host would imply all of the angels, or that is "what" they are part of. A gathering of angels is called a "flight of angels". Much like a "murder of crows", "covey of quail", or "clowder of cats".
The noun choir is a singular noun; the plural form is choirs.Example: The choirs of three local churches will be performing at the ceremony.
The angelic hierarchy is shared by Catholics and Orthodox. The ranks are called 'Choirs'. They are Seraphim, Cherubim, Ophanim, Thrones, Dominions, Principalities, Powers, Archangels and Angels.
Angels are often organized into a hierarchy known as the celestial hierarchy, which is traditionally divided into three main triads, each containing three orders or choirs. The first triad includes Seraphim, Cherubim, and Thrones; the second consists of Dominions, Virtues, and Powers; and the third features Principalities, Archangels, and Angels. This organization reflects their roles and responsibilities, with higher orders typically having greater authority and closer proximity to God. Different religious traditions may have variations in the classification and understanding of angels.
The phrases "choirs of angles" and "choir of angles" do not appear anywhere in the KJV bible. Nor are there anywhere the words "angel" and "choir" appear in the same verse.
C. Lee Williams has written: 'A Festival hymn for chorus and organ (ad lib.)' 'Anna ls of the Three Choirs Festival of Gloucester, Hereford and Worcester' -- subject(s): Three Choirs Festival