Archangel Raphael – The Angel Of Healing

Rafael means Healing of God. His name not only refers to physical health, but also to that of the soul. He is a healing archangel that represents the aspect of God that helps us maintain a healthy balance in our body, and our emotions.

The body is the temple of the soul, but only if we are taking care of both. Harmony between body and soul translates to inner peace and a natural ease that guides us to joyful moments, and helps us be strong through the difficult times.

Raphael can be the guide that we need by our side, not only in times of difficulties, but also in every challenge, in every new project.

Rafael is also the Protector of Medicine, and is sometimes referred to as the Angel of Science, but he has also adopted other names, such as Archangel of Health; Angel of Healing; Angel of Providence; and even Protector of the Dusk Winds. He is also called the Angel of Consecration, because he helps all who consecrate their life to the service of a higher ideal.

He is also referred to as the Guardian of the East in some Kabalistic traditions, in which he represents the element of Air (as he is also called Ruler of the Winds) and the spirit (or mind) of the person. He is often invoked to free the spirit from what in the past was termed ‘demonic attacks,’ and nowadays we might refer to as obsessive thoughts.

When you ask Archangel Raphael for a healing, he immediately goes into action on your behalf. His treatment methods are custom-tailored to each person’s situation and needs ~ Doreen Virtue

Raphael is the Archangel to call to help us restore our freedom when we burden ourselves with recurrent negative thoughts. He can help us remember who we are, and remind us how there is always a blessing in our lives, while letting go of those voices that bring us no light, joy or inner peace.

He has a very important place in many spiritual traditions. Kabbalah, the traditionally secret or hidden esoteric tradition, was given by him to Isaac.

Raphael exists to help us heal, but also to help us have a better understanding of the world, and of ourselves, in order for us to evolve, finding always a deeper level of truth within, to help ourselves and to be of service to others.

There is no secret way to contact Raphael, as he is always available to everyone. We can easily connect with him through our prayers. The following prayer is a good example, because it opens something in yourself that feels very honest. Prayer is most useful when it is true, because our whole being resonates with it.

In the evening, I would tell my patients, sleep with the angels. In the morning, I would say to each as the French farmers still do, “Good morning to your and your companion” – meaning, of course, their angel ~ Eileen Elias Freeman

Archangel Raphael, please listen to me. I call you to be present with me at this time, to descend right now to my spirit.

Bring me the true healing power of God so that any situation I may find in my life, is improved by His power. May I bring this light to heal myself, and to help whoever may need it.

Protect me from all negative thoughts, and keep me from the blindness of heart, so that I may see the blessings I already received. May I be a positive presence in the world and may you count me among your friends.

This example is a more elaborate prayer, but just a few words and a moment of silence will also work wonders. Whichever prayer approach you choose, I suggest you pay attention to how you feel above all. There is no need for exaggerated emotion in every prayer, but your heart should be open. This makes all the difference in the world. The effect of your prayer begins in your own spirit. while you are saying it, as well as in the moments of silence that follow.