Synopses & Reviews
We often think of angels as winged creatures with supernatural powers that assist us when we are in danger. Where did that image of wings come from? Popular novelist, Vinita Hampton Wright, answers this and other questions in this illuminating and richly informative guide to angels in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
In this intriguing book, you will explore the origin and nature of angels, where they dwell, what they do, and how they relate to humanity. You will discover what the three Abrahamic faiths have to say about fallen angels (or, demons), and also see how doctrine and theology sometimes merge with legend and superstition. A short encyclopedia of terms and names is included at book's end which will enlighten the study of angelic beings in the religions of the world for years to come.
This is the best book available on angels - a wildly popular topic that has long deserved the attention of a thoughtful and talented writer like Vinita Hampton Wright. She brings a poet's skill, a scholar's care, and a believer's heart to the heavenly companions whose presence we might sense, but may know little about.
- James Martin, SJ, author of My Life with the Saints
Vinita Hampton Wright has done a wonderful job with a very complex issue: trying to bring Jews, Christians, and Muslims together.
- Laleh Bakhitar, Ph.D.
Synopsis
Each of the three Abrahamic faiths?Judaism, Christianity, and Islam?celebrate the presence of angels in various ways. This lovely and inviting book explores their beliefs about angels, as well as provides an in-depth encyclopedia of all of the major figures. Hampton Wright also explores what sacred Scriptures reveal about angels, as well as much of the lore that has developed about the topic in all three traditions throughout the centuries. Charts of the angelic hierarchies, Scripture references, and traditional prayers that involve angels help to guide the reader to a more profound appreciation for traditions that are too easily dismissed. The ideal gift for any book-lover this Christmas season, A Catalogue of Angels will intrigue and inspire anyone who is interested in angels and the supernatural, and will give to people of faith a clearer understanding of what their religious tradition believes about these unique heavenly beings.
Synopsis
"Angel: a spiritual being superior to humans in power and intelligence; also an attendant spirit or guardian."
We think of angels as winged creatures with supernatural powers that assist us when we are in danger. Where did that image of wings come from? how much contact is possible between humans and angels? Popular novelist Vinita Hampton Wright answers these and other questions in this illuminating and richly informative guide to angels in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
Explore the origin and nature of angels, where they dwell, what they do, and how they relate to humanity. Discover what the three Abrahamic faiths have to say about fallen angels (or demons), and see how doctrine and theology sometimes merge with legend and superstition. Included at the book's end is an encyclopedia of terms and names that will enlighten the study of angelic beings in the religions of the world.