Relating to Angels in Judaism.
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Why are there angels?
I understand that the translation of the Hebrew word מלאך means "messenger" and an angel is "G-d's messenger."
We see angels mentioned in various roles. Frequently, angels appear in dreams. Sometimes, they are assigned tasks such as the three angels…
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Do angels still manifest themselves as humans and appear to us unknowingly?
Do angels still manifest themselves as humans and appear to us without us knowing? Do the rabbinic sources have something to say about this?
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How many angels are enough?
Abraham saw 3 angels [Gen. 18:2]. Lot saw 2 [Gen. 19:1]. Only 1 angel stopped Abraham from killing Isaac [Gen. 22:11]. Only 1 angel fought all night with Jacob [Gen. 32:25].
What is the significance of the different number of angels? Why isn't one…
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Do angels speak to the Jewish people today?
The torah talks about people encountering angels -- celestial creations by Hashem like Gavriel and others. (For example, Avraham, Yaakov, and Moshe encounter these beings.) And in the Talmud and Kabbala there are other commonly known names of…
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What angels have vanished after fulfilling their tasks?
I've read in various threads here that once an angel has fulfilled his task he vanishes.
I'm very interested in stories where this happens. What are some examples of stories where angels have fulfilled a particular task and then vanished?
Also if…
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Variable names for angels
The mysterious stranger with whom Jacob wrestled all night would not give his name. [Genesis 32:25-33]
The Midrash [Genesis Rabbah 78:4] explains that the reason is that angels do not have fixed names. Their names change depending on what their…
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Can we know if an angel is present?
All over the Torah we can find angels, but how do we know if and when they're around us?
Is there a Rabbi or some other source that can explain how or if there is an angel in the room?
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What is the Samach Mem?
I hear Chassidic stories that the Samach Mem causes Jews to fight, and other evil
What is it? What is it's goal? What is it's powers? Why did G-d Almighty creat it?
Where can I read more about him?
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Is there any mention in Tanach of Angels have the ability to shapeshift into a human form
Is there any mention in Tanach of Angels have the ability to shapeshift into a human form?
I ask because Matthew Henry Commentary says:
18:1-8 Abraham was waiting to entertain any weary traveller, for inns were not to be met with as among us. While…
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Are there angel creation myths in Judaism?
Are there any angel creation myths in Judaism?
If there are, would you kindly post the myth or the link?
Thank you!
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Angels on earth
Angels visiting earth is a common concept, which doesn't need sources.
Does anyone know the 'Physics' behind how the angels came to earth? Did anyone read anything interesting about this topic?
Was there a certain geological location on the planet…
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Is all evil an invention of angels?
In the book of Enoch it says that the fallen angels "Watchers" came to earth and taught humans evil, astrology, how to fight, cosmetics, drink blood and so on.
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