Introduction:
Michael is a prominent figure in biblical literature, recognized as an archangel and a warrior in the heavenly realms. His name means "Who is like God?" and he is often depicted as a protector and leader of the heavenly hosts. Michael's role is significant in both the Old and New Testaments, where he is portrayed as a defender of God's people and a key figure in the spiritual warfare against evil.

Biblical References:

1. Daniel 10:13, 21; 12:1
In the Book of Daniel, Michael is described as "one of the chief princes" who comes to the aid of the angelic messenger delayed by the "prince of the kingdom of Persia." Daniel 10:13 states, "But the prince of the kingdom of Persia withstood me for twenty-one days. Then Michael, one of the chief princes, came to help me, for I had been left there with the kings of Persia." Michael's intervention is crucial in the spiritual battle, highlighting his role as a protector of Israel. Daniel 12:1 further emphasizes his protective role: "At that time Michael, the great prince who stands watch over your people, will arise."

2. Jude 1:9
In the New Testament, Michael is mentioned in the Epistle of Jude, where he contends with the devil over the body of Moses. Jude 1:9 states, "But even the archangel Michael, when he disputed with the devil over the body of Moses, did not dare to bring a slanderous accusation against him, but said, 'The Lord rebuke you!'" This passage underscores Michael's authority and his reliance on God's power rather than his own.

3. Revelation 12:7-9
The Book of Revelation presents Michael as a leader in the heavenly war against the dragon, identified as Satan. Revelation 12:7-9 describes this cosmic battle: "Then a war broke out in heaven: Michael and his angels fought against the dragon, and the dragon and his angels fought back. But the dragon was not strong enough, and no longer was any place found in heaven for him and his angels." Michael's victory over the dragon signifies the triumph of God's kingdom over evil.

Role and Significance:

Michael's role as an archangel is primarily that of a warrior and protector. He is depicted as a leader in the spiritual realm, engaging in battles against forces of darkness. His interventions are often associated with the defense of God's people, particularly Israel, and the execution of divine justice.

In Christian theology, Michael is revered as a model of strength and faithfulness. His actions demonstrate the power of God working through His servants to accomplish His purposes. Michael's reliance on God's authority, as seen in Jude 1:9, serves as a reminder of the importance of humility and dependence on divine power in spiritual warfare.

Tradition and Interpretation:

Throughout Christian tradition, Michael has been venerated as a patron saint of soldiers, police officers, and those who fight against evil. His feast day, known as Michaelmas, is celebrated on September 29th in the Western Christian calendar. Michael's depiction in art and literature often includes imagery of him wielding a sword, symbolizing his role as a divine warrior.

In eschatological interpretations, Michael is seen as a key figure in the end times, playing a pivotal role in the final defeat of Satan and the establishment of God's eternal kingdom. His presence in the apocalyptic visions of Daniel and Revelation underscores the ongoing spiritual battle and the ultimate victory of good over evil.

Conclusion:
Michael's presence in the biblical narrative serves as a powerful testament to God's protection and the reality of spiritual warfare. His example encourages believers to stand firm in faith, relying on God's strength to overcome the challenges posed by the forces of darkness.Michael

(who is like God).

1. An Asherite, father of Sethur, one of the twelve spies. (Numbers 13:13)
2. One of the Gadites who settled in the land of Bashan. (1 Chronicles 5:13)
3. Another Gadite, ancestor of Abihail. (1 Chronicles 5:14)
4. A Gershionite Levite, ancestor of Asaph. (1 Chronicles 6:40)
5. One of the five sons of Izrahiah, of the tribe of Issachar. (1 Chronicles 7:3)
6. A Benjamite of the sons of Beriah. (1 Chronicles 8:16)
7. One of the captains of the "thousands" of Manasseh who joined David at Ziklag. (1 Chronicles 12:20)
8. The father or ancestor of Omri, chief of the tribe of Issachar in the reign of David. (1 Chronicles 27:18)
9. One of the sons of Jehoshaphat who were murdered by their elder brother, Jehoram. (2 Chronicles 21:2,4)
10. The father or ancestor of Zebadiah, of the sons of Shephatiah. (Ezra 8:8)
11. "One," or "the first, of the chief princes" or archangels, (Daniel 10:21) as the "prince" of Israel, and in ch. (Daniel 12:1) as "the great prince which standeth" in time conflict "for the children of thy people."

Michael

See ARCHANGEL.

Who is like God?

(1.) The title given to one of the chief angels (Dan. 10:13, 21; 12:1). He had special charge of Israel as a nation. He disputed with Satan (Jude 1:9) about the body of Moses. He is also represented as warning against "that old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the whole world" (Revelation 12:7-9).

(2.) The father of Sethur, the spy selected to represent Asher (Numbers 13:13).

(3.) 1 Chronicles 7:3, a chief of the tribe of Issachar.

(4.) 1 Chronicles 8:16, a Benjamite.

(5.) A chief Gadite in Bashan (1 Chronicles 5:13).

(6.) A Manassite, "a captain of thousands" who joined David at Ziklag (1 Chronicles 12:20).

(7.) A Gershonite Levite (1 Chronicles 6:40).

(8.) The father of Omri (1 Chronicles 27:18).

(9.) One of the sons of king Jehoshaphat (2 Chronicles 21:2, 4). He was murdered by his brother Jehoram.

MICHAEL

mi'-ka-el, mi'-kel (mikha'el, "who is like God?" Michael):

(1) The father of Sethur the Asherite spy (Numbers 13:13).

(2) (3) Two Gadites (1 Chronicles 5:13, 14).

(4) A name in the genealogy of Asaph (1 Chronicles 6:40 (Hebrew 25)).

(5) A son of Izrahiah of Issachar (1 Chronicles 7:3).

(6) A Benjamite (1 Chronicles 8:16).

(7) A Manassite who ceded to David at Ziklag (1 Chronicles 12:20).

(8) The father of Omri of Issachar (1 Chronicles 27:18).

(9) A son of King Jehoshaphat (2 Chronicles 21:2).

(10) The father of Zebediah, an exile who returned with Ezra (Ezra 8:8 parallel 1Es 8:34).

(11) "The archangel" (Jude 1:9). Probably also the unnamed archangel of 1 Thessalonians 4:16 is Michael. In the Old Testament he is mentioned by name only in Daniel. He is "one of the chief princes" (Daniel 10:13), the "prince" of Israel (Daniel 10:21), "the great prince" (Daniel 12:1); perhaps also "the prince of the host" (Daniel 8:11). In all these passages Michael appears as the heavenly patron and champion of Israel; as the watchful guardian of the people of God against all foes earthly or devilish. In the uncanonical apocalyptic writings, however, Jewish angelology is further developed. In them Michael frequently appears and excretes functions similar to those which are ascribed to him in Daniel. He is the first of the "four presences that stand before God"-Michael, Gabriel, Raphael and Uriel or Phanuel (En 9:1; 40:9). In other apocryphal books and even elsewhere in En, the number of archangels is given as 7 (En 20:1-7; Tobit 12:15; compare also Revelation 8:2). Among the many characterizations of Michael the following may be noted: He is "the merciful and long-suffering" (En 40:9; 68:2, 3), "the mediator and intercessor" (Ascension of Isaiah, Latin version 9:23; Testament of the Twelve Patriarchs, Levi 5; Da 6). It is he who opposed the Devil in a dispute concerning Moses' body (Jude 1:9). This passage, according to most modern authorities, is derived from the apocryphal Assumption of Moses (see Charles' edition, 105-10). It is Michael also who leads the angelic armies in the war in heaven against "the old serpent, he that is called the Devil and Satan" (Revelation 12:7). According to Charles, the supplanting of the "child" by the archangel is an indication of the Jewish origin of this part of the book.

The earlier Protestant scholars usually identified Michael with the preincarnate Christ, finding support for their view, not only in the juxtaposition of the "child" and the archangel in Revelation 12, but also in the attributes ascribed to him in Daniel (for a full discussion see Hengstenberg, Offenbarung, I, 611-22, and an interesting survey in English by Dr. Douglas in Fairbairn's BD).

John A. Lees

3413. Michael -- Michael, the archangel
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Proper Noun, Indeclinable Transliteration: Michael Phonetic ...
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Michael Servetus.
... BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCHES OF THE FATHERS OF THE REFORMATION, FOUNDERS OF SECTS, AND
OF OTHER DISTINGUISHED INDIVIDUALS MENTIONED IN THIS VOLUME. Michael Servetus. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/hayward/the book of religions/michael servetus.htm

Michael Molinos.
... BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCHES OF THE FATHERS OF THE REFORMATION, FOUNDERS OF SECTS, AND
OF OTHER DISTINGUISHED INDIVIDUALS MENTIONED IN THIS VOLUME. Michael Molinos. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/hayward/the book of religions/michael molinos.htm

The Devil Vanquished; Or, Michael's War with the Dragon, Rev. 12 7
... Hymns. Book 1. Hymn 1:58. The devil vanquished; or, Michael's war with the
dragon, Rev. 12. 7. 1 Let mortal tongues attempt to sing ...
/.../watts/hymns and spiritual songs/hymn 1 58 the devil vanquished.htm

On the Feast of St Michael and all Angels
... THE INNER WAY SERMON XXIV On the Feast of St Michael and All Angels. On ... heaven.".
To-day is the Feast of St Michael and all Angels. ...
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St. Michael and all Angels
... II. THE CHRISTIAN YEAR St. Michael and all Angels. [1083]289 Stars of the
morning, so gloriously bright [1084]290 Hark! hark, my soul! ...
/.../st michael and all angels.htm

St. Michael and all Angels. Are they not all Ministering Spirits ...
... St. Michael and all Angels. Are they not all ministering spirits, sent forth
to minister for those that shall be heirs of salvation? ...
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The Devil Vanquished; Or, Michael's War with the Dragon. Rev. 12 ...
... HYMN 58 The devil vanquished; or, Michael's war with the dragon. Rev. 12:7. LM The
devil vanquished; or, Michael's war with the dragon. Rev.12:7. ...
/.../watts/the psalms and hymns of isaac watts/hymn 58 the devil vanquished.htm

Stars of the Morning, So Gloriously Bright
... II. THE CHRISTIAN YEAR Holy Days: St. Michael and All Angels 289. Stars of the morning,
so gloriously bright. Four 10's [1088]Trisagion: Henry Smart, 1868. ...
/.../holy days st michael and.htm

Hark! Hark, My Soul! Angelic Songs are Swelling
... II. THE CHRISTIAN YEAR Holy Days: St. Michael and All Angels 290. Hark! hark, my
soul! Angelic songs are swelling. 11.10.11.10.9.11 [1090]Pilgrims: ...
/.../holy days st michael and 2.htm

Around the Throne of God a Band
... II. THE CHRISTIAN YEAR Holy Days: St. Michael and All Angels 291. Around the throne
of God a band. LM [1093]Abends: Herbert S. Oakeley, 1874. ...
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Michael (16 Occurrences)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. MICHAEL. mi'-ka-el, mi'-kel (mikha'el, "who is
like God?" Michael): (1) The father of Sethur the Asherite spy (Numbers 13:13). ...
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Prince (160 Occurrences)
... applied to God. Daniel 10:21: "Michael your prince." Michael the archangel
is here called the prince of the Jewish people. He is the ...
/p/prince.htm - 53k

Raphael
... four presences," and Raphael is one of them (En 40:9; 54:6). In the first of these
passages Raphael is the healer; in the second, he with Michael, Gabriel and ...
/r/raphael.htm - 8k

Eli'hu (11 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 12:20 As he went to Ziklag, there fell to him of Manasseh, Adnah, and
Jozabad, and Jediael, and Michael, and Jozabad, and Elihu, and Zillethai ...
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Shephati'ah (12 Occurrences)
... 2 Chronicles 21:2 And he had brethren the sons of Jehoshaphat, Azariah, and Jehiel,
and Zechariah, and Azariahu, and Michael, and Shephatiah; all these were ...
/s/shephati'ah.htm - 9k

Shephatiah (13 Occurrences)
... 2 Chronicles 21:2 He had brothers, the sons of Jehoshaphat: Azariah, and Jehiel,
and Zechariah, and Azariah, and Michael, and Shephatiah; all these were the ...
/s/shephatiah.htm - 12k

Elihu (11 Occurrences)
... 1 Chronicles 12:20 As he went to Ziklag, there fell to him of Manasseh, Adnah, and
Jozabad, and Jediael, and Michael, and Jozabad, and Elihu, and Zillethai ...
/e/elihu.htm - 15k

Fighting (201 Occurrences)
... Jude 1:9 Now when Michael, one of the chief angels, was fighting against the Evil
One for the body of Moses, fearing to make use of violent words against him ...
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Angel (209 Occurrences)
... 7. (n.) An ancient gold coin of England, bearing the figure of the archangel Michael.
It varied in value from 6s. 8d. to 10s. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. ...
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Angels (99 Occurrences)
... Jude 1:9 Now when Michael, one of the chief angels, was fighting against the Evil
One for the body of Moses, fearing to make use of violent words against him ...
/a/angels.htm - 38k

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