Glossary Oracles

Archangel

An archangel is a prominent angelic figure in particular religious traditions and their imagery.

How to approach it

This entry introduces a living cultural context. Explanations need to be situated within a particular community and tradition, respecting their own terms and ways of passing on knowledge.

An important distinction

Names, hierarchies and attributes differ between traditions. An oracle's colour correspondences are not universal.

An example to explore

Compare two representations of Michael, identifying his attributes in the context of each artwork.

Taking the idea further

To explore further, compare the related concepts and note differences in material, procedure and interpretation. If you open a related tool, read its own rules; sharing a symbol does not mean carrying out the same practice.

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