Both collectively and individually we have a deep and abiding fascination with angels. This book explores depictions of angels in the visual arts and in scripture and associated apocryphal and mystical writings, specifically in the Hebrew and Christian Bibles and Islamic, Zoroastrian and other ancient and latter-day accounts. It examines the visual clues, artistic conventions and attributes that have been set down to help us to recognise angels in their particular roles and functions. Certain writings have had a particularly influential bearing on our understanding of angels. This text focuses on the hierarchies and orders proposed by the likes of Pseudo-Dionysius, St. Thomas Aquinas and others. In a new age of fascination with the metaphysical and supernatural (in film, television, popular mythology and literature), are we cementing or losing our connection with the authentic meaning and purpose that such vibrant and energised beings bring to our table? This book contains more than 30 illustrations in a central colour plates section. It also includes a useful glossary of terms and will prove a rich and enduring reference resource for libraries, as well as a stimulating go-to source for those interested in the world of angels and how human sensibilities and imaginative reasoning have enriched the subject, as a starting point for interreligious dialogue.

I Can See Angels is a delightful new collection of real-life angel encounters; fascinating and comforting, showing you that there is always an angel by your side. Read about:*the grandma who attended her granddaughter's wedding...even after she'd 'passed away'!*the angel who saved three people from drowning...before mysteriously disappearing *the teenager who was dramatically rescued from a soon-to-be demolished building *and the mysterious 'angel on a plane'.

Many people have seen angels, apparitions of deceased loved ones, and ascended masters, as you'll read in this ground-breaking new collection of true stories by best-selling author Doreen Virtue. You'll read beautiful descriptions of what they saw and learn about the vital messages imparted by these angels. You'll also read remarkable stories about people who received life-saving messages from their deceased loved ones during dreams, and about helpful strangers who appeared from out of nowhere during a crisis and then suddenly disappeared. In addition, you'll learn about fascinating scientific research that is verifying the reality of angel encounters. Doreen also gives you step-by-step instructions that she has successfully employed in her popular workshops to help YOU see and visually connect with your angels, too.

INTERNATIONAL BETSELLER • In this uplifting autobiography, a modern-day Irish mystic shares her vivid encounters and conversations with the angelsand spirits she has known her entire life. With an afterword on angels and America and a bonus chapter on how to connect with your angel Lorna Byrne physically sees and talks with angels every day and has done so ever since she was a baby. As a young child, she assumed everyone could see the angels who always accompanied her. Adults, however, were often skeptical, concerned that Lornadid not seem to be focusing on the world around her. Today, sick and troubled people from all around the world are drawn to her for comfort and healing, and theologians of different faiths seek her guidance. Angels in My Hair is a moving and deeply inspirational chronicle of Lorna’s remarkable life story. Invoking a wonderful sense of place, she describes growing up poor in Ireland and marrying the man of her dreams—only to have the marriage cut short by tragedy. Angels in My Hair has garnered overwhelming responses from readers from many walks of life, giving them hope and helping them to realize that no matter how alone they might feel they always have a guardian angel by their side.

A recent study found that 57 percent of Catholics, 66 percent of Evangelical Protestants, and 10 percent of Jews have reported having a personal experience with a guardian angel. And 20 percent of those who identified themselves as having no religion also claimed having encountered an angel. Seeing Angels is one of the most in depth examinations of angelic ministry by one of the cutting-edge charismatic leaders in the church today. Joshua Mills goes beyond the usual takes on angels regarding spiritual warfare and explores who they are, how to recognize them, and what they do. Part I, Understanding Your Angels, is all about understanding who angels are, exploring why they are necessary and how different angels minister comfort, healing, love, prosperity. It reveals who they carry out specific geographic assignments for cities and nations, as well as the more unique and extraordinary assignments they receive. Part II, Discerning Your Angels, explains how to become more aware of the unseen heavenly realm, as well as how to recognize divine intervention when it does reveal itself to human sight. Such manifestations include random strangers, visions, or signs and messengers that believers receive. Joshua also explains the way he has interacted with visions of radiant light, swirling colors, and what he describes as atmospheric shifts. All of this is intended to make believers become more aware of both invisible and revealed spiritual realities. Part III, Working with Your Angels, deals specifically with how to minister alongside these heavenly messengers as they stand watch, provide protection, and administer strength and comfort. This includes recognizing their movements and how to effectively pray for angelic encounters to take place. With a foreword by Patricia King, Seeing Angels is among the most comprehensive teachings on recognizing angelic beings and understanding how to partner with them in ministry.

It's Christmas time, and Leah Lewis-Hall finds herself spending the holiday season alone and stuck in the hospital. Luckily, she quickly befriends her hospital roommate, a young Amish girl, and her close-knit Amish family. She becomes especially close to Ethan, the handsome and gentle older brother who can barely look Leah in the eye. When Leah receives frightening news about her condition, Ethan will show her that miracles can happen- and that sometimes angels appear in the most unexpected places. This nationally bestselling book is the first of three stories in The Angels Trilogy by Lurlene McDaniel.

For the past three years, Emma Heathcote-James has been researching a phenomenon that has not yet been studied seriously: angelic experiences. A theology student, she has analyzed over 800 such contemporary accounts for this work. Her findings are intriguing, and perhaps groundbreaking. And what she has discovered may well lead you to change the way you previously considered the supernatural.

Many people have seen angels, apparitions of deceased loved ones, and ascended masters, as you'll read in this second collection of true stories by best-selling author Doreen Virtue, Ph.D. You'll read beautiful descriptions of what they saw, and learn about the vital messages imparted by these angels. In Angel Visions II, you'll also read more remarkable stories about people who received life-saving messages from their deceased loved ones during dreams, and about helpful strangers who appeared from out of nowhere during a crisis and then suddenly disappeared. In addition, you'll learn about fascinating scientific research that is verifying the reality of angel encounters. Doreen also gives you step-by-step instructions that she has successfully employed in her popular workshops to help YOU see and visually connect with your angels, too.

Number one international bestselling author Lorna Byrne, an Irish mystic who gives hope and a sense of peace (The Times, UK), shares the encouraging messages she receives from angels to help carry us through life's challenges. Lorna Byrne sees and speaks to angels physically every day, communicating with them as clearly as the rest of us see people. In A Message of Hope from the Angels, Lorna comforts and consoles us with the knowledge that, no matter how alone you might feel, you always have a guardian angel by your side. As she writes, These days I see a lot of angels holding lights in front of people, helping to encourage them. I see so much to be hopeful about and in this book I pass on these messages of hope. Through this inspiring and uplifting book, Lorna reveals how we can call on the help of angels to carry us through the difficulties that we all inevitably face, including loneliness, depression, stress, financial strain, heartbreak, the death of a loved one, or feelings of inadequacy. No matter what obstacles you encounter, you can always call on the support of angels to make your life happier and more fulfilling.

At the dawn of time Angels danced through creation, bringing colour and life to all. But are they still on earth? In this remarkable, poetic book the animals tell how Angels share our lives today, bringing a message of hope to children everywhere.