This week I read the unit on Noah. I was particularly intrigued by the stories about fallen angels. The Bible doesn't give too much insight about angels, as it's aimed mostly at humans and how we should live life and relate to God. I like the idea of angels interacting with humans.
There is a certain innocence to angels that humans don't have. That's why I find stories about them falling from grace interesting. Most people know that Satan was an angel that fell from grace, but there isn't much else about other angels.
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| (Michael Casts Out All Of The Fallen Angels by Gustave Doré) |
I also think that on the other end of the spectrum is interesting too. Michael and Gabriel are kind of like the golden boy Archangels. Michael leads the charge in casting out the disobedient angels. In the 2010 movie Legion, Michael comes down to earth to protect a human child that is supposed to be the savior of the world. In this movie Michael disobeys God's command that humankind be destroyed. In the end Michael saves the baby and is honored by God for holding out hope for humans. The idea that angels are fighting on humans behalf is a cool concept.
The dynamic of guardian angels is also intriguing. Some people believe they have their own personal angel that protects them. It is a nice concept and I think it makes for an interesting story. I read a book named Piercing the Darkness where it discusses the battle between angels and demons. They fight for control of certain areas (dominions) and people. I like the idea that there is a spiritual battle going on around us that we can't see. Angels are a part of this supernatural world and I'm fascinated by that.
Story source: The Legends of the Jews by Louis Ginzberg (1909)
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