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An archangel who fights for God's people.

Michael

Named in 5 verses across 3 books, first in Daniel 10:13.

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About Michael Written by AI

Michael is an archangel who appears in various biblical passages, particularly in the books of Daniel, Jude, and Revelation. In the book of Daniel, Michael is described as "one of the chief princes" who comes to the aid of the angel Gabriel in his struggle against the prince of Persia (Daniel 10:13). Michael is also referred to as "your prince" (Daniel 10:21) and "the great prince who stands watch over the sons of your people" (Daniel 12:1), indicating his role as a protector of Israel. In the New Testament, the book of Jude mentions Michael contending with the devil over the body of Moses (Jude 1:9), showcasing his role in spiritual battles. The book of Revelation portrays Michael and his angels fighting against the dragon (Satan) and his angels, ultimately prevailing and casting them out of heaven (Revelation 12:7). These passages highlight Michael's significant role as a powerful angelic being who fights for God's people, protects them from evil forces, and plays a crucial part in end-time events. Michael's appearances in the Bible underscore the reality of spiritual warfare and the existence of heavenly beings who serve God and defend His purposes.

Drafted by an AI model for STEPBible's TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Check it against the verses below.

Easton's Bible Dictionary, 1897

This entry is on the name Michael, and may cover more than one person or place by that name.

Who is like God? (1.) The title given to one of the chief angels (Dan. 10:13, 21; 12:1). He had special charge of Israel as a nation. He disputed with Satan (Jude 1:9) about the body of Moses. He is also represented as warning against “that old serpent, called the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the whole world” (Rev. 12:7-9).

(2.) The father of Sethur, the spy selected to represent Asher (Num. 13:13).

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(3.) 1 Chr. 7:3, a chief of the tribe of Issachar.

(4.) 1 Chr. 8:16, a Benjamite.

(5.) A chief Gadite in Bashan (1 Chr. 5:13).

(6.) A Manassite, “a captain of thousands” who joined David at Ziklag (1 Chr. 12:20).

(7.) A Gershonite Levite (1 Chr. 6:40).

(8.) The father of Omri (1 Chr. 27:18).

(9.) One of the sons of king Jehoshaphat (2 Chr. 21:2, 4). He was murdered by his brother Jehoram.

M. G. Easton, Illustrated Bible Dictionary, third edition (1897), public domain, from CrossWire. Shown as written; its Scripture quotes are from older translations.

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Where the Bible names him

  1. Daniel 10:13

    However, the prince of the kingdom of Persia opposed me for twenty-one days. Then Michael, one of the chief princes, came to help me, for I had been left there with the kings of Persia.

  2. Daniel 10:21

    But first I will tell you what is inscribed in the Book of Truth. Yet no one has the courage to support me against these, except Michael your prince.

  3. Daniel 12:1

    “At that time Michael, the great prince who stands watch over your people, will rise up. There will be a time of distress, the likes of which will not have occurred from the beginning of nations until that time. But at that time your people—everyone whose name is found written in the book—will be delivered.

  4. Jude 1:9

    But even the archangel Michael, when he disputed with the devil over the body of Moses, did not presume to bring a slanderous charge against him, but said, “The Lord rebuke you!”

  5. Revelation 12:7

    Then a war broke out in heaven: Michael and his angels fought against the dragon, and the dragon and his angels fought back.

From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.