Angels and Archangels Mentioned in the Bible

Heavenly messengers and spiritual beings who serve God and interact with humanity throughout Scripture.


Name: Michael
Role: Archangel, Warrior
Appearances: Daniel, Jude, Revelation
Significance: Defender of Israel; leads heavenly armies
Bible References: Daniel 10:13, 21; Jude 1:9; Revelation 12:7

Name: Gabriel
Role: Messenger
Appearances: Daniel, Luke
Significance: Announces births of John the Baptist and Jesus
Bible References: Daniel 8:16; 9:21; Luke 1:19, 26–38

Name: Lucifer (Fallen)
Role: Formerly an angel; became Satan
Appearances: Isaiah, Ezekiel (interpreted), Revelation
Significance: Cast out due to pride; adversary of God
Bible References: Isaiah 14:12–15; Ezekiel 28:12–17; Revelation 12:9

Name: Cherubim
Role: Guardians of God's glory
Appearances: Genesis, Ezekiel, Exodus
Significance: Guard Eden, appear in visions, and on Ark of Covenant
Bible References: Genesis 3:24; Exodus 25:18–22; Ezekiel 10

Name: Seraphim
Role: Heavenly worshipers
Appearances: Isaiah
Significance: Worship God around His throne
Bible References: Isaiah 6:2–6

Name: Angel of the Lord
Role: Messenger or divine agent (sometimes seen as pre-incarnate Christ)
Appearances: Genesis, Exodus, Judges
Significance: Speaks with divine authority, guides and protects
Bible References: Genesis 16:7–13; Exodus 3:2; Judges 6:11–12

Name: Unnamed Angels
Role: Various messengers and servants
Appearances: Throughout Old and New Testaments
Significance: Deliver messages, protect people, execute judgment
Bible References: Genesis 19; Matthew 28:2–7; Acts 12:7–10

Name: Host of Heaven
Role: Heavenly army
Appearances: Kings, Chronicles, Revelation
Significance: Angelic army serving God
Bible References: 1 Kings 22:19; Luke 2:13; Revelation 19:14