Angels, Demons and all the Hosts

ANGELS, DEMONS AND ALL THE HOSTS OF HEAVEN AND EARTH
M. M. NINAN
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The first hierarch, the highest and closest to the Most Holy Trinity:
counselors that stand before the throne of God.
Seraphim – stand before the face of God. 'light, love”
Cherubim –.'knowledge angels'
Thrones – 'service angels' are the footstool of God.
The Second Hierarchy are the priest, princes or lords of the court
Dominions – God's power and carry out the commands of God
Virtues – 'leaders', ministering angels and protectors of rulers.
Powers – commissioned to remove obstacles which interfere with God's commands
The Third Hierarchy - those closest to humanity, messengers
Principalities - signifies 'leaders', ministering angels and protectors of rulers.
The Archangels - important missions to man and preside over countries, cities, and dioceses.
Angels - watch over the spiritual and physical life of individual man
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