We’ve been talking about angels, a concept that has been a profound element in religious traditions and mythology, with different orders and hierarchies defined across various texts. Among these, the Seraphim stand out as some of the most enigmatic and exalted beings in the celestial hierarchy. Renowned for their intense proximity to the divine, Seraphim have captured the imaginations of theologians, scholars, and believers for centuries.
Let’s take a look at the nature, role, and portrayal of the Seraphim, not only exploring their significance in religious thought and culture, but how they serve you right now in your everyday life.
So stick with us through this exciting journey!
Powerful Beings of Fiery Light
The term "Seraphim" is derived from the Hebrew word saraph, which translates to "burning ones." This name reflects their fiery nature, often depicted as beings of pure, incandescent light. The root saraph also means "to consume with fire" or "to burn," alluding to their purifying and transformative essence. The Seraphim first appear in biblical texts, particularly in the Old Testament, and their imagery and symbolism have evolved across various religious traditions and interpretations.
The most prominent reference to the Seraphim is found in the Book of Isaiah in the Hebrew Bible. In Isaiah 6:1-7, the prophet vividly describes his vision of God seated on a high and exalted throne, with Seraphim standing above Him and the action they took:
Then flew one of the seraphims unto me, having a live coal in his hand, which he had taken with the tongs from off the altar: and he laid it upon my mouth, and said, Lo, this hath touched thy lips; and thine iniquity is taken away, and thy sin purged.
As you can see in this scripture and due to their fiery, purifying nature, the Seraphim have great healing powers.
You can call to them to literally walk through your physical being to purge your mental, emotional, physical and memory bodies for the healing of any and all conditions. Your prayer can be general or more specific with conditions for which you are in need of healing.
Here is an example prayer you can use. Modify to fit your personal needs:
Relax, focus on your heart center, radiating love and visualize the Seraphim doing what you are asking of them:
In the name I AM THAT I AM, O Seraphim, emissaries of divine purity, cleanse and sanctify me. As you burn with the love of the Almighty, let that love flow into me, transforming every ailment into wellness, every weakness into strength. Let your healing flames kindle within me a new vigor, a new hope, a new beginning.
With faith and trust, I receive your divine intervention. Guide your light and fire through me, healing every condition, every imbalance, and every affliction. May your presence fill me with peace, joy, and the boundless love of the Creator.
I thank you, Seraphim, for your divine assistance and your unending devotion to the healing and sanctification of all who call upon you. May your eternal fire and light continue to shine within me, restoring me to perfect health in body, mind, and spirit according to the holy will of God.
Amen.
The Seraphim continuously proclaim the holiness of God, chanting:
"Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty; the whole earth is full of his glory."
This scene emphasizes the Seraphim's role as perpetual worshipers of God, highlighting their position in the immediate presence of the divine and their function as messengers of divine purity.
In Christian angelology, the Seraphim occupy the highest rank in the celestial hierarchy. They are often associated with the Choir of Seraphim in traditional Christian theology, where they are seen as the closest to God, embodying perfect love and divine fire.
Their primary role is to adore and glorify God, reflecting the divine light and burning with an intense love that illuminates and purifies the celestial realms. They are also initiators of the Lord’s servants on earth, purging and purifying the ones chosen to be His ministering servants. They are symbols of higher consciousness, spiritual awakening, and inner transformation.
While the Seraphim are primarily rooted in Judeo-Christian traditions, parallels can be found in other religious and mythological contexts. In Zoroastrianism, for instance, there are angelic beings known as the Amesha Spentas, who serve a similar function as divine messengers and attendants to the supreme deity, Ahura Mazda. In Hinduism, the concept of Devas, or divine beings, shares attributes with the Seraphim in their role as celestial entities who embody aspects of divinity and cosmic order.
In conclusion, the Seraphim, as fiery and exalted beings, are a potent symbol of divine purity, transformative power, and the eternal quest for understanding the mysteries of the divine. They can become a meaningful part of your life if you remember to invoke their presence.
The Seraphim are a great spiritual resource. Thank you for making them more real to me!
Wonderful article about Seraphim! Thank you!