Icons Archangel Michael can be seen in the great laurels in small provincial churches and in the homes of believers.Why is this biblical hero enjoys the love and honor of the Christians?
Who is he?
According to scripture, this is the leader of the holy angels and their commander.It was he who called for those who are not tempted by false speeches fallen Lucifer and remained faithful to the Lord, to fight the apostates.Therefore, the icon of the Archangel Michael's most revered military of all ranks, from privates to the high command.He has asked to protect in battle and strength for feat of arms.The memory of one of the highest angels revere September 6 to the current calendar.It was on that day the Holy Church in the 15th century appointed holiday "Cathedral" or, as would be said today, the totality of all the angels, led by their leader.In the high position of Michael just specifies the prefix "arch" is a hallmark of the names of all standing above the other in a bright spirit world.
Warrior and assistant
Icons Archangel Michael is usually depicted his main achievement - the overthrow of Satan.So often he carries in his hand a spear or sword, and shall smite the traitor whom God and his supporters.Has that image is not only direct, but also allegorical meaning.The image of Lucifer can also be understood as a generalization, and the personification of all the iniquities perpetrated by people.Often had angelic prince to act as an assistant, including assist Joshua when the Israelites conquered the Promised Land himself.The prophet Daniel won the meeting with the commander of the heavenly army during the fall of Babylon.When the crucified savior angel mourned so that the land could not stand that sorrow, and hurried away after the resurrection stone slab covering the entrance to the tomb, and bring the good news to people.
Savior dead sinners
the icon of the Archangel Michael made to pray for the deceased relatives and friends.It is estimated that twice a year, namely 19 September and 21 November, in the invisible spiritual world is a miracle.On the night of their holiday angel, dropping into the flames of hell (Gehenna) the wing, puts it for a while.And then he is given the opportunity to withdraw from purgatory those whom they pray hard at this time.Calling the names of the dead should be, as well as Christian and about the need to remember the nameless relatives according to the flesh, going to the tribe of Adam.This is to ensure that those whose name is lost in the centuries, were able to escape from the torment and suffering.This privilege was granted to the Archangel for his feat in a battle with Satan.At the same time it is imperative to pray at night, 12 hours.The vision of a fiery lake, swarming with giant worm, and salvation of the martyrs was revealed to John the Revelator the benefit of people.
prayers and patronage
icon of St. Michael the Archangel helps those who pray not only for the dead but of the living.By her appeal, asking patients about treatment, as commonly believed that the disease - this is from the evil one, who fought with the prince of the angels.It is also used at the dedication of the house.It is believed that the house is protected from attacks from outside.It will bypass both spirited people, and evil demonic entity.Good to pray before the icon of the living members of the family, then they will bypass all sorts of temptations, spiritual weakness and doubt in the faith.Archangel stands patron grooms and builders.On the pages of the Book of Books, and there is mention that Michael has an important role in the last days of the world.Russia has built many temples to the glory of the heavenly army commander, in every church there is an icon of the Archangel Michael.The value of prayers to him, it is difficult to overestimate.Every good deed for the sake of it, every honest alms, perfect Christian, when earthly life will not be forgotten by Michael.
