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from Modern Catholic Dictionary by John A. Hardon, S.J. Doubleday & Co., Inc. Garden City, NY 1980
Angel. A pure, created spirit, called angel because some angels are sent by God as messengers to humans. An angel is a pure spirit because he has no body and does not depend for his existence or activity on matter. The Bible tells us that the angels constitute a vast multitude, beyond human reckoning. They differ in perfection of nature and grace. Each is an individual person. According to Christian tradition, they form three major categories in descending order. The word "angel" is commonly applied only to those who remain faithful to God, although the devils are also angels by nature. Moreover, "angel" is the special name for the choir of angelic spirits, from whom guardian angels are sent to minister to human needs. The existence of angels has been twice defined by the church: at the Fourth Lateran Council (Denzinger 800) and the First Vatican Council (Denzinger 3002). (Etym. Latin angelus, an angel; Greek angelos, messenger).
Gabriel. One of the seven archangels, used on a number of occasions by God as a messenger (Deuteronomy 8:15-27). He appeared to Daniel and explained a vision to him about future events, telling him, "You are a man specially chosen" (Deuteronomy 9:20-27). In the New Testament he appeared to Zechariah to announce that Elizabeth, his wife, would bear a son and he must name the child John (Luke 1:11-20). Likewise, it was Gabriel who appeared to Mary and told her that would conceive and bear a Son whom she must name Jesus (Luke 1:26-38).
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Is Saint Gabriel a saint or Archangel?
Saint Gabriel is an archangel in Christian and Islamic traditions. He is often associated with communicating messages from God, such as announcing the births of John the Baptist and Jesus in the Bible.
Is Saint Gabriel the patron saint for school teachers?
No, Archangel Gabriel is not a patron saint of school teachers.
What is the date of birth and death of Saint Gabriel?
Saint Gabriel was created by God as an archangel long before the universe even existed. He was not born nor will he ever die. He is a pure spirit and not a human.
Where did St. Gabriel live?
St. Gabriel is traditionally believed to have lived in Nazareth, a town in present-day Israel. According to Christian tradition, he appeared to the Virgin Mary in Nazareth to announce the birth of Jesus.
Where was Saint Gabriel's place of birth?
Saint Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows, was born at Assisi, Papal States (now Italy) on March 1, 1838.However, Saint Gabriel the Archangel was not born. He was created by God in heaven as a pure spirit.
Why does Gabriel believe that he is an archangel?
Saint Gabriel is an archangel and was created by God as an archangel.
Who is the Patron Saint of telecommunications?
There is no patron saint of telecommunications but Archangel Gabriel is the patron saint of telecommunication workers.
Is Saint Gabriel a saint or Archangel?
Saint Gabriel is an archangel in Christian and Islamic traditions. He is often associated with communicating messages from God, such as announcing the births of John the Baptist and Jesus in the Bible.
What were Saint Gabriel's fears?
Gabriel is an archangel. He has no fears.
What did Saint Gabriel do when living?
Gabriel is an archangel and has always been an archangel. He has never lived as a human.
Why was it hard for Saint Gabriel to become a saint?
Gabriel the Archangel did not become a saint. He was created as an archangel by God, long before the universe even existed. He was created a saint.
Where was Saint Gabriel born?
Saint Gabriel the Archangel was not born. He was created by God in Heaven.
Did Saint Gabriel have a family?
Saint Gabriel is an archangel. Angels are pure spirits and do not have families.
When was Archangel Gabriel canonized?
Gabriel is an archangel and has always been an archangel. He was created by God as a saint. he was never canonized nor was there need for it.
Who where the family members of Saint Gabriel?
Saint Gabriel is an archangel. Angels are pure spirits and do not have families.
What is Saint Gabriel the Archangel's full name?
His name is Michael the archangel. The meaning of his name is 'Who is like God'
What did Gabriel do to become a saint?
Archangel Gabriel was created by God as an angel and saint. He never lived as a human.
