“In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth” (Gen. 1:1).
Even before the appearance of our world, the spiritual sphere was filled with ethereal beings, one part of which was cast out of Heaven for disobedience, the other remained faithful to the Creator. Among the mighty celestials, the Church honors Jehudiel, the helper of all who follow the path of righteousness.
Archangel Yehudiel
Angelic world
Angels (from the Greek “messenger”) are the general name for spiritual entities participating in the implementation of God’s Providence in the world, once called from the darkness of non-existence to the light of life. Their task is to deliver the will of the Almighty to humanity, which is limited in its capabilities after the Fall.
Intelligent serving spirits, endowed with free will and who have become unchanged in their self-determination, Angels are organized into a harmonious system of subordination of 9 groups (ranks). Each group occupies its position in the triple hierarchical system of faces:
- In the first, in descending order, the flaming Seraphim, the wise Cherubim, as well as the Thrones of Divine Justice are identified;
- In the second there are strict Dominions, miraculous Powers and protective Powers;
- In the third are the guides of the Beginning, the evangelizing Archangels and nameless Angels.
It is the Archangels who make the secrets of faith accessible to people, reveal to those who are thirsty the meanings of prophecies, help to understand and accept the will of the Creator, and enlighten the mind darkened by sin with the grace-filled light of the Gospel.
Interesting fact
The canonically correct veneration of Angelic beings was approved in 343 at the Local Council in Laodicea. The Church categorically condemned the worship of Angels, which was then spreading locally, in place of the primary appeal to the Lord Christ (Col. 2:18).
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Tuesday. Prayer to Archangel Gabriel
Oh, holy great Archangel Gabriel, standing before the Throne of God and illuminated by the illumination of the Divine Light, and enlightened by the knowledge of the incomprehensible mysteries of His eternal wisdom! I earnestly pray to you, guide me to repentance from evil deeds and to strengthen my faith, strengthen and protect my soul from seductive temptations, and beg our Creator for the forgiveness of my sins. Oh, holy great Gabriel the Archangel! Do not despise me, a sinner, who prays to you for help and your intercession in this world and in the future, but an ever-present helper to me, may I unceasingly glorify the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, the power and your intercession forever and ever. Amen.
Another prayer to the Archangel Gabriel
Oh, holy Archangel Gabriel! We earnestly pray to you, instruct us, servant of God (names), to repentance from evil deeds and to confirmation in our faith, strengthen and protect our souls from seductive temptations and beg our creator for the remission of our sins. Oh, holy great Gabriel the Archangel! Do not despise us sinners who pray to you in this world and the future, but an ever-present helper to us, so that we may continually glorify the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
Ministry of the Seven Archangels
Among the seven brothers of Jehudiel, two Archangels are most familiar to believers. The first is Michael, who threw the rebel Lucifer from Heaven. The second is Gabriel, the always welcome messenger, who proclaimed the gracious news of the birth of the Savior and His Forerunner John, and brought the Virgin Mary a palm branch as a symbol of Her upcoming Assumption.
Each of the remaining five Archangels also has an important mission assigned by God:
- Raphael brings long-awaited healing;
- Uriel kindles human hearts with the light of Divine love;
- Selafiel inspires sincere prayer;
- Barachiel is generous in blessings to the faithful;
- Jeremiel reminds us of the coming Judgment.
- “He who praises God” is the meaning of the name Jehudiel. His ministry is focused on glorifying the Most Holy Trinity in the thoughts and actions of members of the Church of Christ.
About the Archangels in Orthodoxy
In Orthodoxy, they are considered to be closest to God.
According to the ancient classification (2nd century), there are seven Archangels. The number seven in the Old Testament, as in the New, is considered an important number: God created the world in seven days, in the book of Revelation it was necessary to open seven seals, etc.).
These are Michael, Gabriel, Raphael, Uriel, Raguel, Sariel, Jeremiel.
In the Orthodox Church there are eight Archangels: Michael, Gabriel, Raphael, Uriel, Selaphiel, Jehudiel, Barachiel, Jeremiel. In fact, there are more archangels; Sihail, Zadhiel and others are mentioned in the Bible.
Archangel Michael (Hebrew: who is like God) is the prince of the Archangels and angelic warriors.
He is the most revered greatest angel in all religions. Muslims consider him an angel of nature who gives man food and knowledge.
In the “Revelation” of the Apostle John, Michael cast down the devil along with his army to the earth. Michael and his legions of angelic warriors protect people from the Antichrist. On the shores of the Dead Sea, a scroll “The War of the Sons of Light with the Sons of Darkness” was recently found, in which Michael is called the “Prince of Light.”
Since he is the commander-in-chief of the angelic army, he is also called the Archangel. On the icons he is depicted in military uniform with a helmet on his head and a sword in his hand, a defeated dragon under his feet, holding a date branch in his left hand.
Religion ascribes to him the role of judge at the Last Judgment, in which he is depicted in iconography weighing the souls of sinners. Therefore, he is considered the patron saint of the dead.
Archangel Michael, as a fighter against evil spirits, is prayed for healing, since evil spirits are considered the source of diseases.
He participated in many historical events on earth, taking the form of a pillar of fire or a simple angel, helping to defeat good. In Christianity they believe that the cherub armed with a sword at the gates of heaven is also he.
They pray to Archangel Michael not only for the healing of diseases, but for help in sorrows and sorrows.
Archangel Gabriel - “The Power of God.”
In the Old and New Testaments he is considered the bearer of good news. So, he informed the Virgin Mary about the birth of Christ, Zechariah about the birth of his son.
In the Bible - he is the guardian of the chosen people, among the Kabbalists - the teacher of Joseph, among the Mohammedans - Mohammed received revelations from him; To the holy Prophet, according to God's instructions, he explained the essence of the prophetic vision of the future.
Archangel Gabriel is depicted with a candle (lantern) and a jasper mirror, meaning that revelations are sometimes comprehended through time after comprehending the laws of God and by listening to the voice of conscience. Sometimes depicted with a branch of paradise, which he brought to the Virgin Mary.
Archangel Raphael.
The meaning of the name is “The Lord heals” or “The Lord has healed.”
One of the angels who offer the prayers of saints to the Lord. Healer of people and animals. Traveling with Tobias, he taught him how to make healing ointments and balms using fish for medicinal purposes. This suggests that, in addition to spiritual healing work with the sick and injured, he gives knowledge to healers how to use earthly drugs, therefore he is depicted with a vessel of healing drugs, with his right hand leading Tobiah with a fish.
He may be called upon for consultation during treatment. Archangel Raphael helps future healers with their studies, including obtaining money for study and time, creating their own practice and attracting clients.
Archangel Uriel
“The Light of God” or “The Flame of the Lord” - it illuminates situations, clarifies prophecies, and warns. In Judeo-Christian books he is called the archangel of salvation. He warned Noah about the flood.
Uriel is the wisest archangel who gave people alchemical knowledge. Intellectual information, practical solutions, and creative abilities can be obtained by turning to him in prayer. The answer will be in the form of insight into a new idea.
Uriel helps with earthquakes, floods, fires, hurricanes, and natural disasters.
On the icons he has a raised sword in his right hand, his left hand is lowered, in it is a “flame of fire.”
Archangel Selaphiel
His name means “prayer to God,” and he is the supreme minister who inspires people to pray. He is depicted looking down in a position of prayer.
Archangel Yehudiel
“Praise of God” - glorifying God, blessing ascetics, protecting them from the forces of evil, interceding for reward for their exploits. Iconography of Jehudiel in full height with a golden crown in his right hand and a scourge in his left.
Archangel Barachiel
“Blessed by God” (translated from Hebrew), bringing God’s blessings to people for good deeds. He intercedes with God for mercy for people, for mental health and salvation, and patronizes pious families.
But we must take into account that he asks God for blessings only for good deeds, for good everyday activities.
There are a lot of pink flowers on his clothes.
Archangel Jeremiel
“The Height of God” is believed to be sent by God to man to help him rise up and return to God.
On icons he is depicted with scales in his hand.
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Patron of monastics
God is glorified in righteous deeds when His saints, denying themselves, betraying their bodies and souls to selfless service to the Almighty, through sacrifice and asceticism offer Him imperishable praise on earth, reaching Heaven. Therefore, Jehudiel is a powerful patron and helper of the monastic brethren.
This celestial being gives strength to those who are weak on the thorny road, teaches and protects, and meets the needs of daily and humble obedience.
Useful materials
Jehudiel encourages Christians to overcome relaxation and laziness, sending feasible tests in order to indicate the right direction in the course of spiritual life.
What sources are there references to?
The name of Archangel Jehudiel is known from legends, but several places in Old Testament sources indicate the mission of the celestial being.
According to Church Tradition, it was Jehudiel who accompanied the Israeli tribes who wandered for a long time through the lifeless desert. His presence was indicated by huge pillars of fire and cloud:
“And the angel of God, who walked before the camp of the children of Israel, moved and went behind them; The pillar of cloud also moved from before them and stood behind them; and he entered into the midst between the camp of Egypt and the camp of the children of Israel, and was a cloud and darkness to some, and lighted the night to others, and the one did not draw near to the other all the night” (Ex. 14:19-20).
It is believed that it was the Archangel Jehudiel who protected and instructed the prophet Moses:
“Behold, I am sending My angel before you to guard you on the way and to bring you to the place that I have prepared for you; watch yourself before His face and listen to His voice; Do not persist against Him, for He will not forgive your sin, for My name is in Him” (Exodus 23:20-21).
His power served as a formidable sword that exterminated the enemies of the chosen people:
“...When My angel goes before you and leads you to the Ammorites, the Hittites, the Perizzites, the Canaanites, the Hivites and the Jebusites, and I destroy them from before you, then you shall not worship their gods, nor serve them” (Ex. 23: 23-24 ).
Archangel Yehudiel - who is he?
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Yehudiel - acts as one of the participants in the Archangel Week. But it is taken into account only in the Orthodox branch of Christianity, while among Catholics the last mention of this angel is found only in the 17th century.
In the Holy Scripture itself, the Gospels, you will not find the name Jehudiel; only some religious legends tell about him. In particular, the revelations of Amadeus of Portugal, a righteous monk who lived in the 15th century.
Over time, information about the archangel was transferred to the “Lives of the Saints” by Dmitry of Rostov. It was then that he took his place among the most important saints and angelic beings among the Orthodox.
If we translate the name of the archangel from Hebrew, it will mean “praise of God,” “glorifying God.” And many events described in the Bible are connected with it.
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Thus, it was Jehudiel who was the intercessor and patron of the Jews when they were forced to be in the desert for a forty-year period. And he came to the people of Israel, taking the form of a pillar of fire, when they left Egypt.
The Archangel protected people from enemies. Thanks to Jehudiel, the Prophet Moses was able to fulfill the mission assigned to him by God.
The Angelic Messenger provides his assistance to all those who zealously and tirelessly work, glorifying the Almighty. Such individuals can at any time offer a prayer to Jehudiel himself or the angels under his charge, and they will certainly help.
What do they pray for?
Leaders and primates for the Orthodox people, priests and Patriarchs, simple monks and high clergy - all who have laid down their lives on the altar of serving God turn to Archangel Jehudiel with requests to strengthen faith, to give strength in the spiritual struggle against temptations, sinful thoughts and gravity to idleness.
Orthodox Christian employers especially often turn to this Archangel, on whose decisions the fates of many people subordinate to them depend. Yehudiel is also close to volunteers - those who, of their own free will, donate their personal time and funds for the benefit of those in need.
Prayer
Oh, great Archangel of God Jehudiel. You are a zealous defender of the glory of God. You encourage me to glorify the Holy Trinity, awaken me too, who is lazy, to glorify the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit and pray to the Lord Almighty to create a pure heart in me, and to renew the spirit of righteousness in my womb, and to the Lord’s spirit to confirm me to worship God in spirit and truth to the Father and to the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.
Before starting an important task
Holy Archangel Jehudiel, strengthen me in every work and work for the Glory of God. And pray to God for me, a sinner. Amen.
Troparion to the Heavenly Orders of the Ethereal
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Heavenly armies of the Archangels, / we always pray to you, we are unworthy, / with your prayers protect us / with the blood of your immaterial glory, / keeping us diligently and crying: / from deliver us from troubles, // like the heads of the highest powers.
Kontakion
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Archangels of God,/ servants of the Divine glory,/ leaders of angels, and teachers of men,/ ask for what is useful for us, and great mercy,// like the Bodiless Archangels.
Greatness
We magnify you,/ Archangels and Angels,/ and all the hosts,/ Cherubim and Seraphim, // glorifying the Lord.
Who is patronized by the Archangel?
Archangel Jehudiel is the defender of the faith. If a Christian is devoted to God with all his soul, the Warrior will be favorable to the believer and will always be on his side. He also takes care of the clergy, as they spread and strengthen the faith among the parishioners.
Archangel Jehudiel patronizes priests, patriarchs and monks
Monks enjoy special protection from the Archangel. People in leadership positions—those who are responsible for the lives of their subordinates—also turn to him for help. The Archangel especially patronizes volunteers who strive to selflessly do good to other people.
How they are depicted in icons
Archangel Yehudiel
The Orthodox iconography of all Angels has such common features as:
- the presence of a large amount of light on the image;
- large wings behind the back of the celestial being;
- a cloak and chiton with edging, like those of Byzantine courtiers.
As a detail symbolizing service at the throne of God, icon painters sometimes use elements of church vestments - an orarion and a surplice.
However, it is easy to distinguish celestial beings by what they hold in their hands. Thus, Archangel Jehudiel is always depicted as a beautiful young man with a three-part whip in his shuyts, which indicates the right to lynch sinners who are careless about the wealth of personal salvation.
With his right hand, Jehudiel gives a reward to the righteous who actively strive for perfection - a crown of pure gold. Archbishop Innocent of Kherson reveals the meaning of this gesture:
“Each of us, from young to old, is obliged to live and work for the glory of God. The greater the feat, the higher and brighter the reward. The right hand of the Archangel holds not just a crown: it is a reward for every Christian who works for the glory of God.”
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On this day, the largest cathedral in the country, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, was consecrated. On the western façade of the cathedral you can see a high relief depicting the Archangel Jehudiel.
Celebration day
All angelic ranks are glorified on the 21st day of the last autumn month (November 8, old style).
Is there a canonical akathist
Prayerful appeal to the celestials in Orthodoxy is expressed by the creation of canons to the Archangels Michael and Gabriel, as well as the akathist singing to them and Raphael. Unfortunately, there is no canonical Akathist to Archangel Jehudiel approved by the Church.
“To have the ministry of affirming people who work hard, or, for the glory of God, to seek reward for them.”
This fresco inscription preserves the church veneration of the Archangel Jehudiel. The purpose of its existence is consonant with the original purpose of man - the glorification of the almighty God, who created all the diversity of material and spiritual worlds.
Seraphim Peresvetov
Akathist to Archangel Jehudiel
There is no separate akathist written to glorify Jehudiel, but any text intended for archangels, for example, for Uriel, can be used for this purpose.
Akathist to Archangel Jehudiel
Kontakion 1
Chosen by the Eternal Lord from the heavenly angelic ranks to serve the salvation of the human race, the wonderful Archangel Uriel; Today, celebrating your blessed memory, we pray to you: illuminate our minds with the light of Divine Wisdom and transform our hearts with the fire of heavenly love, so with joy we magnify you, our patron saint and heavenly mentor, calling to you:
Rejoice, God-bearing Archangel Uriel, who guides our feet into the valley of eternal joy.
Ikos 1
The choirs of angels and the Archangel's face, the victorious army of martyrs, the all-praised host of prophets and apostles and the countless number of righteous abiding in great glory, constantly magnify the Trinitarian Creator and our Lord; with them you, all-praised Uriel, rejoice everlastingly. We, who are removed from you not precisely by place, but rather by our imperfection, earnestly ask you, hasten for us to enter into the incorruptible devils of the Heavenly Father, now crying out to you:
Rejoice, you who bow down to us the mercy of the All-Holy Trinity.
Rejoice, you who magnify the great Lord with the fiery seraphim.
Rejoice, joyfully singing the Trisagion with the many-eyed cherubim.
Rejoice, abiding in the Light of the Face of God with dominion, power, and strength.
Rejoice, exalted from the beginning, thrones and angels from the earthly.
Rejoice, magnified and praised from all ends of the universe.
Rejoice, Archangel of God, praise and glory to the Heavenly Church.
Rejoice, Archangel, arrange a celebration in the church of earthly eternal Truth.
Rejoice, God-bearing Archangel Uriel, who guides our feet into the valley of eternal joy.
Kontakion 2
Seeing, O all-praised Uriel, the world created on the first day by Almighty God, and contemplating the greatness and wisdom of the Creative right hand of our Lord, you rejoiced, for all that comes from Him is good, for our Heavenly Father is Good, Merciful and Perfect, and with all the ranks of angels, observing the birth of the world above and below, you sang a song of thanksgiving to the Almighty: Alleluia.
Ikos 2
With your mind and all your nature, luminous Uriel, you would be confirmed in the grace of God. Burning with fidelity and love for the Lord Almighty, together with the great Archangel Michael and the bright Angels, you stood up to fight against the pride of the blinded Dennitsa and cast him down from Heaven right up to the canopy of Tartarus of the underworld. We, honoring your victory, ask you: protect us from the wiles of demons and soul-destroying temptations, strengthen our hearts in faith and fidelity to our Creator and accept these praises:
Rejoice, by your God-given power you destroy the deceit of the spirits of evil in high places.
Rejoice, thou who freest our houses, fields and livestock from destruction.
Rejoice, you who protect us from stumbling in our earthly journeys.
Rejoice, after the death of the souls of the faithful, you remove them from the temptations of demons.
Rejoice, you who guide us from the paths of temptation to the path of piety.
Rejoice, thou who extinguishes the battle of blasphemous thoughts.
Rejoice, you who cultivate love and trust in God in our hearts.
Rejoice, you who heal our souls from the addictions and attractions of sin.
Rejoice, God-bearing Archangel Uriel, who guides our feet into the valley of eternal joy.
Kontakion 3
Confirmed by the power of the Heavenly King and illuminated by the Wisdom of the Creator of all things, fulfilling the will of the All-Holy Trinity, you stood with a fiery sword near the gates of the earthly paradise and you blocked the entrance of our ancestor who had sinned, so that nothing unclean would enter the garden of the shrine of the Most High. We, remembering this, pray to you, Archangel of the glory of God, strengthen our souls with grace, so that we will cut off destructive temptations and be able to sing with you forever to the Lord: Alleluia.
Ikos 3
Imashi, all-praised Archangel Uriel, the hymns sent to you in heaven and on earth, you, like the leader and commander, are honored by the angelic ranks, and together with them you, the God-bearing Archangel, stand before the Throne of the Holy Trinity and prayers, like us from love and zeal We create for you, exalting to the Heavenly Father, inclining His mercy to us, earth-born. For this reason we call you:
Rejoice, first angel, ever burning with love for the Creator of all creation.
Rejoice, who graciously confirms us in the love of God.
Rejoice, you who reveal the mysteries of the Heavenly Kingdom to the chosen one of the Lord.
Rejoice, you who enrich us with reverence for the Wisdom of God.
Rejoice, you who extinguish the arrogance of the mind and the exaltation of the mind.
Rejoice, you who strengthen us all in meekness and trust in the Creator.
Rejoice, for by you the minds of the faithful are confirmed in the truth.
Rejoice, for through you the infidels are converted to faith.
Rejoice, God-bearing Archangel Uriel, who guides our feet into the valley of eternal joy.
Kontakion 4
The storms of temptations and seductions of the worldly sea befall us, earth-born, distant from you, luminous Archangel of the heavenly powers; For this reason, trusting in your intercession, Saint Uriel, we ask you, lead us from the slavery of sin into the freedom of the children of God, confirm our will in the virtues pleasing to Christ, ignite in our hearts the fading fire of faith and hope and instruct us to thank the Creator for everything, singing to Him: Alleluia.
Ikos 4
Having heard the stories of the Old Testament writers about your appearances and miracles, luminous Archangel Uriel, we reverently listen to them, we rejoice and rejoice in our Lord, all for our salvation and eternal unity with Him, providing for you and you, the all-good messenger of the Eternal Father in Heaven, we magnify and glorify, with hope for your intercession before God:
Rejoice, you who strive to arrange our life in accordance with the will of the Lord.
Rejoice, who sharpens our spiritual eyes to the good knowledge of God’s providence for us.
Rejoice, you who bestow good help and bright support in times of doubt.
Rejoice, you who turn us away from all evil.
Rejoice, you who protect us from errors and temptations on spiritual paths.
Rejoice, you who enrich elders and teachers with wisdom and love for mankind.
Rejoice, you who remove troubles, melancholy and vain sorrows from us.
Rejoice, you who send down unfeigned joy in God the Savior to us.
Rejoice, God-bearing Archangel Uriel, who guides our feet into the valley of eternal joy.
Kontakion 5
As a rich star, illuminating the darkness of despondency and anxiety for the future fate of the people of God, you, the luminous Archangel, appeared to the holy prophet of God Ezra, and you announced to him the nearness of the first coming into the world of our All-Merciful Lord Jesus Christ, who redeemed with His Cross the sins of all peoples and every person. . For this reason, we ask you, our heavenly mentor, to strengthen us in our hope in the mercy of the Savior, so that we may sing to Him a song of repentance and thanksgiving: Alleluia.
Ikos 5
Seeing you, God-glorious Uriel, as the all-blessed messenger of the mysteries of the Kingdom of Heaven, the holy prophet Ezra was filled with all awe and reverence before you. You showed him the way that he desired to see and you taught him where wickedness flows into the human heart, which has rejected the mercy and grace of our Heavenly Father. We pray to you, Saint Uriel, guide us on the path of repentance, so that we may appear worthy of being the mercies of God, and to you, with the hope of finding this, we sing to you:
Rejoice, by your condescension from Heaven you have given consolation and joy to Saint Ezra.
Rejoice, you who freed God’s chosen one from the difficult prophetic service from lack of faith.
Rejoice, having revealed to him the centuries to come in images and parables.
Rejoice, for the people of God have become more and more faithful to the covenant through Ezra.
Rejoice, you who inspire us with hope and hope in the merciful reward of the Lord.
Rejoice, you who cultivate classes of virtues in the hearts of God-loving people.
Rejoice, you who transform our minds with sober thinking.
Rejoice, thou who helpest us to acquire angelic love for the Creator.
Rejoice, God-bearing Archangel Uriel, who guides our feet into the valley of eternal joy.
Kontakion 6
You, the luminous Uriel, strengthened the God-speaking preacher, holy Ezra, the prophet of Israel, in trust in the providence of our All-Good Lord and in love for the people of God, making his heart perfect. Now, remembering this with joy, we ask you: fill our hearts with love for every person, free me from hatred and vain addictions, so that together with you we can offer up angelic singing to God: Alleluia.
Ikos 6
You shone with the light of Divine Wisdom to the all-praiseful prophet Ezra, the all-glorious Archangel Uriel, in exhaustion from the sorrow of the heart of existence, and you announced to him that from the impoverishment of faith and the lukewarmness of spiritual sadness, the diverse world is comprehended and only in his rich and merciful Father in Heaven, omnipotent healing for ailments peace and every man abides. For this sake, our all-merciful intercessor and patron, we cry out to you:
Rejoice, for you are the cure for wickedness, despondency and cowardice.
Rejoice, for in the darkness of great sorrow you are the reflection of the light of heavenly mercy.
Rejoice, granting healing from the infirmities and untruths of our age.
Rejoice, burn the seeds of evil passions in our hearts.
Rejoice, you who sharpen our eyes to the source of God’s grace.
Rejoice, you who enrich us with the understanding of godly ways.
Rejoice, thou who makes us worthy to be fruitful in the faith.
Rejoice, God-bearing Archangel Uriel, who guides our feet into the valley of eternal joy.
Kontakion 7
We want to glorify you worthily, O all-good Archangel, we understand that there are not enough earthly words in order to glorify your glory according to your heritage, as you are together with all the officials of the Heavenly Forces, together with the Seraphim, Cherubim, Thrones, Dominions, Powers, Powers, Beginnings, The Archangels and Angels stand in great glory before the Throne of the Trinitarian God of ours. Not daring to create a praise worthy of you, but in your mercy towards us, Saint Uriel, trusting, we sing to the Lord: Alleluia.
Ikos 7
“They do not put new wine into old wineskins,” says the Lord to His disciples; We want to follow this, we earnestly ask you, our holy mentor, even if we begin to correct ourselves, there are new ones instead of the old ones, for this grace of correction be our intercessor, Archangel Uriel, help us in our infirmities, heal passions with your prayers and mercifully listen to the voice of sighing ours, as we say to you:
Rejoice, who enriches us all with spiritual poverty.
Rejoice, you who plant God-pleasing purity in our hearts and thoughts.
Rejoice, you who send consolation in repentance to those who cry over sins.
Rejoice, you who stir up mercy for fallen sinners in us.
Rejoice, you who call for prayer for the conversion of the lost.
Rejoice, you who give peace to those hated and persecuted in the shadow of yours.
Rejoice, for those who hunger and thirst for Truth will be satisfied with the bread of the Truth of Christ.
Rejoice, confirmation of those who work for peace and harmony in good deeds.
Rejoice, God-bearing Archangel Uriel, who guides our feet into the valley of eternal joy.
Kontakion 8
The strange and incomprehensible mystery of God’s all-merciful love for the fallen human race was contemplated from Heaven, O all-praised Archangel Uriel, when the Savior lifted up our sins and passions on the Cross and redeemed us with His death. We pray to you: teach us to glorify the Risen Lord with thanksgiving and joy, chanting the Easter song to Him: Alleluia.
Ikos 8
You are all in the highest, Saint Uriel, and you rest in glory together with the holy Archangels Michael, Gabriel, Raphael, Salafiel, Jehudiel and Barachiel, and praying with them, you incline the mercy of the Trinitarian God to us. For this reason, with thanksgiving on our lips and joy in our hearts, we sing these praises:
Rejoice, joyfully grant earthly well-being to those who pray to you.
Rejoice, for you make it easier for those who honor you to ascend to Heaven along a saving path.
Rejoice, free us all from the destructiveness of anger and despondency.
Rejoice, illuminating those who honor you with the spirit of meekness and true humility.
Rejoice, thou who quickly drawest forth from the darkness of sinful passions and the snares of demons.
Rejoice, you who miraculously encourage us to correct our sick disposition and bad deeds.
Rejoice, you who bestow wonderful help and steadfastness in spiritual warfare.
Rejoice, you who incline the mercy of Almighty God to us sinners.
Rejoice, God-bearing Archangel Uriel, who guides our feet into the valley of eternal joy.
Kontakion 9
All the ranks of angels are together with you, all-praised Uriel, with joy we saw the Lord Jesus, after the Dormition of His Mother, who crowned the Holy Virgin with the incorruptible crown of the Queen of Heaven. Now you, as if you always stand before the throne of the Mother of God, with your prayers, the suffering and anxiety of manifold, the torments and sorrows of the heart, the sorrows and misfortunes of everyday life and other sorrows are wonderfully removed from us and move you to the Lord who benefits us to tenderly chant: Alleluia.
Ikos 9
The oracles of multi-proclamation and sweet-voiced rhetoricians will not be able to comprehend the imperfect human mind, nor sing in all human tongues all the mysteries of the Kingdom of Heaven, where you, the all-praised Archangel Uriel, abide in glory, as one “of the seven” great Angels, who stand before the throne of the Almighty and exalt To Him from all ends of the earth are the prayers of His faithful children. We, remembering this, and if not with angelic, but with human speech, sing to you:
Rejoice, ever illuminating us all with the radiance of your heavenly love for us.
Rejoice, you who help us to grow in gratitude and appreciation to our Heavenly Father.
Rejoice, you who teach us to forgive those who have caused us troubles and sorrows.
Rejoice, dispelling the darkness of our infirmities with the light of merciful heavenly help.
Rejoice, you who graciously send peace and tranquility into the hearts of all those in need.
Rejoice, you who strengthen us with good thoughts in times of doubt and mental torment.
Rejoice, you who heal from the burdens of past experiences and emotional anxieties.
Rejoice, you who gloriously illuminate all the paths of our life with heavenly light.
Rejoice, God-bearing Archangel Uriel, who guides our feet into the valley of eternal joy.
Kontakion 10
Having arranged the salvation of the human race, our All-Wise Creator deigned to send His angels to help people suffering from sin, sorrow and illness, in order to show them the omnipotence of His merciful love. But you, most glorious Archangel, quickly fly to our aid from the heavenly palaces, like a loving friend and mentor, and more than our requests, you exude heavenly mercies, striving to the Almighty and All-Merciful God to tenderly chant: Alleluia.
Ikos 10
The indestructible wall and the great and all-powerful cover are you, the God-bearing Archangel Uriel, to all Christians who with faith, love and hope honor you as a merciful patron, a heavenly intercessor and an all-wise guide to saving roads, a resolver of doubts, a quick and good strengthener in spiritual battles and temptations , the healer of known and unknown mental ulcers and the healer of bodily ailments, and with gratitude they sing to you:
Rejoice, you who, together with all the saints and angels, continually implore the Holy Trinity for eternal salvation.
Rejoice, thou who most gloriously reveals to us the mercy and mercy of the Father Without Beginning.
Rejoice, you who teach us to grow in truer and more fruitful love for Jesus Christ.
Rejoice, you who teach and preserve the gifts and blessings of the All-Holy Spirit.
Rejoice, All-Immaculate Virgin, Queen of the ranks on high, give due honor to the ascetic.
Rejoice, you who wonderfully fill us with merciful love for our neighbors.
Rejoice, thou who cultivatest the good feelings of honesty and hard work in us.
Rejoice, you who turn our weak hearts away from the stifling morals of this age.
Rejoice, God-bearing Archangel Uriel, who guides our feet into the valley of eternal joy.
Kontakion 11
We offer all-joyful singing to you, our God-given patron, Archangel Uriel, and with zeal we pray to you: with the strength and power granted to you by the Creator, deign to calm the storms of the natural elements and send down relief and joy to all who suffer from them, as you, the good Archangel, heed the prayers of all people from the midnight and midnight regions, from the east and west of the earth, crying out to the Lord with hope for you: Alleluia.
Ikos 11
Let us contemplate the Non-Evening Light, luminous Archangel Uriel, and exude quiet heavenly light to us, may our souls be filled with true love for all of the Lord’s creation, may our Savior and Redeemer crucified for us reign forever in our hearts, and by you, all-glorious and kind heavenly mentor By teaching and admonishing, we will be able to do God’s will with love and joyfully bear the light burden of Christ. For this reason we cry out to you:
Rejoice, you who teach us to love everyone with the love of Christ.
Rejoice, you who strive to console your neighbor and show mercy to him.
Rejoice, you who give more than your brothers who admonish.
Rejoice, barren, unkind and sad thoughts, like tares, scorching one.
Rejoice, you who give joy and consolation to all who suffer.
Rejoice, you who transform vain feelings of guilt into genuine repentance.
Rejoice, thou who instruct us place all our hopes in the depths of the Supreme Mercy.
Rejoice, you who transform our spiritual structure with good sobriety and good thoughts.
Rejoice, God-bearing Archangel Uriel, who guides our feet into the valley of eternal joy.
Kontakion 12
By Divine grace, illuminated, luminous Archangel Uriel, by your all-powerful intercession before the Throne of the All-Holy and Consubstantial Trinity, ask us for the strength to overcome helplessness, irritability, anxiety, fear and fill our souls with the peace of God and spiritual joy, as we are instructed and admonished by you, the God-bearing Archangel, Let us sing to the Lord, who illuminates and heals our souls with the light of His grace: Alleluia.
Ikos 12
Singing your glory, Archangel Uriel, we, removed from you not only by the properties of our nature, but also by our sins, magnify you, close to everyone who prays to you with hope. We pray to you: support all the hierarchs and shepherds of the Church of Christ, strengthen with the grace of all those who strive for the glory of God, strengthen monastics and laity in sobriety and spiritual work, illuminate the minds of theologians and philosophers, scientists and writers, send workers to the empty fields of Christ and bless us all , let us sing to you:
Rejoice, affirmation of mentors and educators in love and wisdom.
Rejoice, all-joyful relief from the burden of the mourning and suffering.
Rejoice, grant blessed inspiration to poets and writers.
Rejoice, deliver all those who love you from the seductions and temptations of demons.
Rejoice, thou who grantest to scientists to increase in their comprehension of the truth and trust in the omnipotence of God.
Rejoice, as a preacher and missionary, help them in their difficult work.
Rejoice, you who teach those in power and those in authority to serve the common people.
Rejoice, you who lead all who seek earthly truth to the knowledge of God and His ways.
Rejoice, God-bearing Archangel Uriel, who guides our feet into the valley of eternal joy.
Kontakion 13
O most wonderful and glorious heavenly patron and intercessor, all-good Archangel Uriel, stand together with other Archangels before the throne of the Trinitarian God, help everyone with faith, hope and love who calls on your honorable name in all our affairs, spiritual and earthly, as we are guided by you and let us pass the path of our life is worthy and unrepentant, and together with you we will be worthy to sing the praises of our All-Merciful Lord, who sends his angels to serve the salvation of men: Alleluia. Alleluia. Alleluia.
(This kontakion is read three times. Then ikos 1 and kontakion 1).
Prayers to the Guardian Angel on different occasions
Our first prayer to the angel
“Holy Guardian Angel, pray to God for us!” If you are overcome by laziness and despondency, then appeal to the guardian angel of your soul like this: “Despondency with laziness, idleness and negligence are driven away from me, my vigorous guardian, may you work kindly and pleasing to God with good servants and the faithful, not without reward, below for the joy of my Lord." If you are tormented by carnal passions, then pray like this: “Deeds and carnal passions, my incorporeal protector, deliver me, so that through your intercession, pure in heart, I will see God and exalt Him forever.” “The prodigal demon, who always strives to desecrate my soul and body, drive him far from me, my guardian, may I sing to the Lord blamelessly with you and exalt Him forever.” If you have become nervous and aggressive, then pray like this: “Show me the way of meekness and patience, and eradicate anger and zeal from my heart, pray to the meek and long-suffering Jesus, Holy Angel, I pray to you.”
The voice of a guardian angel, if we pray to it sincerely, gives answers to our requests and helps solve problems.
