Angels
St. Raphael the Archangel
Saint Raphael, also known as Archangel Raphael, is primarily known as the angel of healing and protection, particularly for travelers and the blind. He is also associated with happy meetings, nurses, physicians, and Christian marriage.
Healer:
Raphael's name itself means "God heals," and he is often invoked for physical and spiritual healing.
Protector:
He is known for protecting travelers, as depicted in the Book of Tobit where he guides and safeguards young Tobias on a journey.
Patron Saint:
He is the patron saint of travelers, the blind, happy meetings, nurses, physicians, medical workers, matchmakers, Christian marriage, and Catholic studies, according to Catholic resources.
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