Angelic history and lore has fascinated humans for thousands of years. The word Angel has its root in the Greek word Angelos meaning messenger. The study of angels is called angelology. Although we  cannot be exact in the timing of angelic appearance in our world history. There are numerous drawings and writings from ancient civilisations which have survived. These include, Egypt, India, Persia and Sumeria. We also have the Dead Sea scrolls. A large commune of people called the Essene lived together in and around Qumran and along the shores of the Dead Sea in what is now Israel more than 2,000 years ago. The Essene regarded the world around them and believed that it was necessary to harmonise themselves with their spiritual self and the physical world, in order to produce a state of wellbeing. They did this by communing with angels on a daily basis. The Essene writings and their communions have been found in the Dead Sea scrolls.

Angelic beings are also found in the old testament (Raphael appears in the book of Tobit) in the Catholic and orthodox bibles. In fact most cultures and religions to some degree have a lore or belief in angels.

Islam has always had a strong link and belief in angels; it draws a lot of its inspiration from ancient religions of the Babylonians, the Assyrians and Chaldeans. Angel Gabriel is the angel who brought the message of the Koran to The Prophet Mohammed.

The Native North American Indians have a mythological creature called a Thunderbird so called because its huge wings cause the skies to thunder! The belief is that these thunderbirds carry messages and light from spirit.

The Celts communed with nature and their Anamchara (angel or Soul friend) on a regular basis if not daily. These angels played the role of a guardian angel.

Buddhists believe that angels are bodhisattvas which means enlightened ones. These enlightened ones have chosen to stay here  rather than enter Nirvana (heaven) in order to help humans reach their own state of enlightenment. They often reveal themselves through meditation. In Tibetan Buddhism celestial beings are called Devas and they appear as pillars of light.

Hindus have a sacred book called the Vedas. They do not have references to angels, but they have spirits that seem to perform recognisable angelic functions. Such as bringing messages or warnings. Theses spirits are called Gandharvas and they are depicted with wings.

The catholic bible contains angels who are seen as Gods messengers and protectors. Catholics also believe that every human soul has a guardian angel that protects and guides them. Catholics are encouraged to pray to their guardian angels for protection and guidance

Call upon your angels from your heart, they will assist you. People get very caught up thinking they have to be holy or religious to ask for help and that’s simply not true. Angels as far as I’m aware do not belong to any religion or follow a faith. Instead they are light beings ever available to offer guidance. You are a being of light, composed from the Divines love. You are cherished more than you can imagine. All of heaven is waiting to assist you! You of course have free will; you do not have to take their guidance. Plus the angels aren’t going to do things for you, that’s not their job. You have to get up and take the steps needed to fulfil your dreams. The key here is communication. Communication with your guardian angel and other angels is an ongoing daily process. The more you talk to your angel like you would a friend, the more aware you become of what and where you are meant to be. Daily meditation even for a few moments helps to set your intentions for the day. Even before you get out of bed you can call your angels in and ask for help with such and such today. Talking to your angels is not like putting in a request for a big house a car and a pony. Although those things may come as you align yourself to your true soul vocation. It’s about your spiritual growth the lessons you are meant to learn and grow from. The challenges you face, the development of yourself, and using your humanity to grow and help others. The angels will help you on your path, and with the Divines help you will find the strength and courage to carry on. Even in your darkest times when you feel lost, abandoned and helpless, try to allow yourself to be held and loved in the divine’s presence. Surrender your pain and hand it over to the Divine.

It is at the most vulnerable times when we can’t feel anything that heaven is knocking on your door.

Always remember to thank your angels for their love and guidance.

Love Light and Blessings Trish x