In art, Gabriel is adorned in white and has beautiful, multi-colored wings. The items used to represent Gabriel are the lily, scepter and sometimes a scroll bearing the message he is delivering.

JOPHIEL (the beauty of God) – Tradition tells us that Jophiel was one of the seven archangels. He is the angel who drove Adam and Eve from the Garden of Eden. Jophiel is said to guard the “Tree of Knowledge”. He protects and helps those seeking knowledge. The item Jophiel carries is the flaming sword.

MICHAEL (like unto God) – Michael is said to be the captain of the archangels and the leader of the angelic host. He is often thought of in militaristic ways and is the defender and guardian of souls. He is the protector

When portrayed in art, Michael is often young and beautiful but stern and powerful. Early representations have him wearing a white robe with multi-colored wings. Later artwork replaces the plain robe with splendid armor, including mail, shield and helmet. A popular pose is Michael standing on the head or body of a defeated Satan with his spear or sword held aloft, ready to strike a death blow to the enemy of God. The items that Michael carries are the scepter, lance, sword and scales, symbolizing his great power and authority.

RAPHAEL (the medicine of God) - Mentioned in the Old Testament Apocryphal book of Tobit, Raphael is the chief of the guarding angels. He is the guardian of the young and watches over the pilgrim and traveler. When displayed in art, Raphael wears traveler’s attire with sandals, walking staff and water bottle or gourd.