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The Book of Tobit tells the story of a righteous Israelite of the Tribe of Naphtali named Tobit living in Nineveh after the deportation of the northern tribes of Israel to Assyria in 721 BC under Sargon II. (The first two and a half chapters are written in the first person.) He was particularly noted for his diligence in attempting to provide proper burials for fallen Israelites who had been slain by Sennacherib, for which the king seized all his property and exiled him. After Sennacherib's death, he was allowed to return to Nineveh, but again buried a dead man who had been murdered on the street. That night, he slept in the open and was blinded by bird droppings that fell in his eyes. This put a strain on his marriage, and ultimately, he prayed for death. Meanwhile, in faraway Media, a young woman named Sarah prays for death in despair. She has lost seven husbands to the demon of lust -- Ashmodai who abducts and kills every man she marries on their wedding night before the marriage can be consummated. God sends the angel Raphael, disguised as a human, to heal Tobit and to free Sarah from the demon. The main narrative is dedicated to Tobit's son, Tobiah or Tobiyah (Greek: Τωβίας/ Tobias), who is sent by his father to collect a sum of money that the latter had deposited some time previously in the far off land of Media. Raphael represents himself as Tobit's kinsman Azariah, and offers to aid and protect Tobias on his journey. Under the guidance of Raphael, Tobias makes the journey to Media, accompanied by his dog. Along the way, he is attacked by a giant fish, whose heart, liver and gall bladder are removed to make medicines. Upon arriving in Media, Raphael tells Tobias of the beautiful Sarah, whom Tobias has the right to marry, because she is related to his tribe. He instructs the young man to burn the fish's liver and heart to drive away the demon when he attacks on the wedding night. The two are married, and the fumes of the burning organs drive the demon away to Upper Egypt, while Raphael follows him and binds him. Meanwhile, Sarah's father has been digging a grave to secretly bury Tobias (who he assumes will be dead). Surprised to find his son-in-law alive and well, he orders a double-length wedding feast and has the grave secretly filled. Since he cannot leave because of the feast, Tobias sends Raphael to recover his father's money. After the feast, Tobias and Sarah return to Nineveh. There, Raphael tells the youth to use the fish's gall to cure his father's blindness. Raphael then reveals his true identity and returns to heaven. Tobit sings a hymn of praise. He tells his son to leave Nineveh before God destroys it according to prophecy. After the prayer, Tobit dies at an advanced age.[2] After burying his father, Tobias returns to Media with his family.
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Where was St. Raphael born?
St. Raphael the Archangel was not born. He was created by God in Heaven.
When did Saint Raphael die?
Roman Catholic AnswerSaint Raphael is an Archangel, and thus has no physical body capable of undergoing death.
What influence does Raphael have on world view today?
which raphael? The painter or the archangel? The Italian renaissance painter Raphael painted a big part of St. Peter's Basilica(Raphael Rooms) and he also was know to be the best painter of the renaissance period along with Michelangelo and Leonardo Da Vinci. As for the Archangel I don't know that much really.
Why did Raphael suffer?
Maybe you have heard of rumors, that Raphael the painter died of too much sex. This is often told, but scholars say that it is a total fabrication of no substance. If you mean the archangel Raphael you will know that angels cannot die.
When did Raphael's dad die?
His father was Giovanni Santi, a painter. His mother's name was Magia.
Who is Archangel St. Isaiah of Divine Mercy?
The only named archangels in the Bible are Michael, Gabriel and Raphael. Isaiah is not an archangel.
St. Isaiah the Archangel of Divine Mercy?
The only named archangels in the Bible are Michael, Gabriel and Raphael, Isaiah is not an archangel.
Who is Archangel Isaiah?
The only archangels named in the Bible are Michael, Gabriel and Raphael. Isaiah is not an archangel.
Who is St. Bethany Archangel of Divine Providence?
The only archangels named in the Bible are Michael, Gabriel and Raphael. Bethany is not an archangel. Bethany is the name of a village that was near Jerusalem and the home of Martha, Mary and Lazarus.
Who is St Isaiah the archangel of divine mercy?
The only archangels named in The Bible are Michael, Gabriel and Raphael. Isaiah is not an archangel.
When was St. Raphael the Archangel born?
Since Saint Raphael is an angel, specifically an archangel, he is not human, only a spirit. Therefore, he was never born and will never die. answer St Raphael is one of the archangels mentioned in the Bible. He's an angel and so doesn't have a birthdate.
What did Archangel Uriel do?
Uriel is named as an archangel in some Jewish and Christian traditions but not in the Catholic Church. The only archangels named in the Bible are Raphael, Gabriel and Michael.
Who is Saint Betahny Archangel of Divine Providence?
There are only three archangels mentioned in the Bible - Michael, Gabriel and Raphael
When was St. Raphael the Archangel Catholic Church created?
St. Raphael the Archangel Catholic Church was created in 1966.
Where was Saint Raphael created?
Raphael is an archangel and was created in Heaven.
Is Raphael a man or woman?
Raphael the archangel is neither, like all angels whatever their names may suggest. Raphael the painter was a man.
What was Saint Raphael the Archangel's job?
Saint Raphael is a principal character in the Book of Tobit which is an Old Testament book in the original Bible still used by Catholics. This was THE Bible for over 1500 years until Martin Luther came along and found certain books of the Old Testament which were in disagreement with his personal beliefs. He threw them out of his Bible. The Book of Tobit makes for wonderful reading and will give you a great introduction to the Archangel Raphael and his work.
