Prayer “Most Holy Queen of Heaven”: origin, author, and sources
Who composed the prayer "Most Holy Queen of Heaven"? Blessed Louis-Édouard Cestac, the 1864 vision, the approbations of Pius IX and Pius X, and bibli…
Category: Angeologia
Catholic Angelology: Angels, Hierarchies, and Church Doctrine
Introdução Angelology is the branch of theology that explores the nature, organization, and role of angels in the universe, as revealed by Catholic doctrine. When…
Vatican Council I – Constitution on the Son of God (1870): Dogmatic definition on the creation of angels (Mansi, vols. 49-53).
A Constitution of the Son of God from the First Vatican Council (April 24, 1870) solemnly confirms the doctrine of the Lateran Council IV on the creat…
Second Council of Nicaea (787) – veneration of images of angels (Mansi vol. 13)
The Seventh Ecumenical Council of Nicaea (787) dogmatically defined the veneration of sacred images, including images of angels. Four iconographic sub…
Denzinger – Systematic Index of Dogmatic Definitions on Angels and Demons
Complete index of DS (Denzinger-Schoenmetzer) numbers on angelology and demonology: from Constitutum sub Damaso (DS 21) to the Catechism of the Cathol…
Pius XI – Apostolic Letter on the Vicariate of Kirin (1932): Guardian Angels as Patrons (AAS 24)
Apostolic Letters of Pius XI (January 21, 1932) constituting the Virgin Mary principal patroness and the Holy Guardian Angels secondary patrons of the…
Sacred Congregation for Rites, 1883 – elevation of the feast of guardian angels + votive office of angels (ASS 16)
Decree of the Sacred Congregation of Rites of July 5, 1883 (approved by Leo XIII): elevation of the feast of the Angels Custodians from duplex minor t…
Pope Leo XIII – *Exorcism Against Satan and the Rebel Angels* (1890): full text of AAS vol. 23
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O Senhor nos exorte e nos proteja. Amém.
Exorcismo
Em nome da Santa Trindade, Pai, F…
Roman Council of 745 – Case of Aldebert and the eight apocryphal names of angels (Mansi vol. 12)
The Roman Council of 745 (under Saint Zachary) condemned Saint Aldebert for invoking eight angels with non-Biblical names: Uriel, Raguel, Tubuel, Mich…
Pope Benedict XV – Decree Cum Aerea (April 12, 1921): Saint Gabriel, heavenly patron of communications (AAS 13)
The Decree Cum aere of Benedict XV (April 12, 1921), in AAS vol. 13: Saint Gabriel the Archangel proclaimed celestial patron of telegraphy, telephony,…
Laodicean Council (363-364) – Canon 35 against the excessive cult of angels (Mansi vol. 2)
Canon 35 of the Council of Laodicea (363-364) condemns angelolatry and excessive devotion to angels, establishing the Catholic balance between legitim…
St. Thomas Aquinas – Treaty of Angels (Summa Theologica, I, Qq. 50-64): Philosophical-Theological Synthesis
The Treaty on Angels by Saint Thomas Aquinas (Summa Theologica I, qq. 50-64, 1265-1268): the deepest philosophical-theological synthesis on angelology…
Guardian angels – devotion and Catholic Magisterium
Catholic doctrine on Guardian Angels: biblical foundation (Mt 18:10; Ps 91), patristic tradition, magisterium (Paul V, Pius XII, John Paul II, Benedic…
St. Gabriel the Archangel – the messenger of the Marian Annunciation and patron of communications
Catholic doctrine on Saint Gabriel Archangel: Biblical apparitions, the Annunciation to Mary (Lk 1:26-38), the "kecharitomene," papal magisterium, and…
Saint Michael the Archangel – Devotion and Magisterium: Prince of the Celestial Militia
Catholic doctrine on Saint Michael the Archangel: biblical references (Daniel, Jude, Apocalypse), ancient and contemporary magisterium (Pius IX, Leo X…
Chapter VII, Nos. 49-50 of Lumen Gentium: “The angels in the pilgrim and celestial Church”
**Latin:**Caput VII. De Angelis, qui sunt membra Ecclesiae caelestis in communione cum Ecclesia peregrinante et purificante.**Portuguese:**Capí…
Roman Catechism (1566) – the doctrine on angels and demons
The doctrine of the Roman Catechism of St. Pius V (1566) on angels and demons: creation, spiritual nature, nine angelic choirs, guardian angels, the f…
Florence Council – Bull Cantate Domino (1442): Angels and Demons in the Profession of Faith
**Latin:***Bulla Cantate Domino* ex Concilio Florentinum (1442) definet systematice Deum Creatorem, angelos ut naturae bonos creaturas et caducem Di…
Paul VI – Credo of the People of God (June 30, 1968): Angels, as pure spirits, and the realm of the demon
The Creed of the People of God (Paul VI, June 30, 1968), with the solemn affirmation of the existence of angels as pure spirits and of Satan as a pers…
Catholic Catechism – Angels and Demons (Nos. 328-336 and 391-395)
**Sections of the Catechism of the Catholic Church on Angelology (Nos. 328-336) and Demonology (Nos. 391-395):**Existence, nature, and mission of an…
Pope Leo XIII – Prayer to Saint Michael the Archangel (1886) and Exorcism in Satanam (1890)
The Prayer to Saint Michael the Archangel (1886) and the Exorcism in Satanam et Apostatici Angeli (1890) by Pope Leo XIII: full Latin texts, Portugues…
John Paul II – Six Catecheses on Angels and Demons (July-August 1986)
The 5 Catechesis of Saint John Paul II on Angelology and Demonology (July-August 1986): Angels as spiritual creatures, Angels of the Guard, Fall of th…
Fourth Lateran Council (1215) – We firmly believe: dogmatic definition on angels and demons
"We firmly believe," from the Fourth Lateran Council (1215), with the fundamental dogmatic definition regarding angels and demons: "created good by Go…
Angels in the Bible, how are angels according to Scripture?
Discover how angels are described in the Bible: seraphims, cherubims, Gabriel and Michael. The biblical image surpasses artistic representations. Deep…
Our Lady of Angels, the Purse, and Franciscan Devotion
Discover the Franciscan devotion to Our Lady of Angels, the history of Assisi's Porciúncula, and the indulgence on August 2. Delve into this spiritua…
Queen of Angels, Mary and the angelic hierarchy
Queen of Angels: Biblical foundation, the theology of Mary's royalty, and her dominion over Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael. Let us delve deeper into th…
Angelology and demonology, angels, demons, and Mary in Catholic tradition
Angelology and demonology in Catholic doctrine: angels, demons, and the role of Mary as the Woman of Gen 3:15 in Christ's victory. Deepen this traditi…
Raphael, archangel, the angel of healing and guide of travelers.
Archangel Raphael, God's medicine: healing, guidance, and intercession in the Book of Tobit. Let us delve into the theology of this angel who stands b…
Archangel Michael, Prince of the Heavenly Armies
Prince of heavenly armies, Michael the Archangel is revealed in Daniel and the Apocalypse. Explore the meaning of the name, Gargano, and Catholic devo…
Archangel Gabriel, the messenger of the Annunciation
Archangel Gabriel, messenger of the Announcement, unites angelology and mariology in the mystery of the Incarnation. Explore the name, mission, and Fi…
Contemporary angelology, nature, mission, and Mary, Queen of Angels
Contemporary Angelology: The Spiritual Nature of Angels, Irreversible Moral Choice, and Mary, Queen of Angels. Let us delve deeper into this current t…
Master Angelology, Councils, and the Church’s Teaching on Angels
Magisterial angelology reveals how the Church defined the doctrine on angels from the Council of Ephesus to the Fourth Lateran Council. Deepen this do…
Patristic angelology, the Fathers of the Church, and the doctrine of angels
Explore Patristic angelology and how Tertullian, Augustine, and Pseudo-Dionysius forged the doctrine of angels in opposition to Gnosticism. Delve into…
Hebrew angelology, evil spirits, and angels in the Old Testament
Explore Hebrew angelology, the term mal’ak and angels in the Old Testament, from Qumran to the archangel Gabriel. Delve into this theological herita…
Angelology: what is it, angelic hierarchies, and Christian doctrine
Angelology: the theological study of the nature, angelic hierarchies, and the mission of angels. Delve into the Church's teaching and its relationship…
Mary and Evangelization: The First Evangelist
Mary, the first evangelist, received the Gospel at the Annunciation and proclaimed it to the world. Delve into her unique role in the evangelizing mis…
Angelus: The prayer of announcement three times a day
The Angelus is the Marian prayer of the West, recited three times daily at the ringing of the bell. Understand its structure, history, and theological…
Gospels and Mary: Our Lady’s presence in the four Gospels
The four Gospels reveal Mary in complementary ways. Explore Our Lady's presence in the Gospels of Matthew, Luke, Mark, and John, and what each evangel…
Evangelization and Mary: the mother of the first evangelized
Mary, mother of the first evangelized, is a model and collaborator in the mission of the Church. Let us delve into the relationship between Mary and e…
The Protoevangelium of James
Explore the *Protoevangelium of James* and its role in the formation of Marian devotion. An analysis of the apocryphal tradition about Mary's life.
Visitation: The Living Gospel’s Mother
In the Visitation, Mary becomes Mother of the Living Gospel as she brings Christ to Elizabeth. Discover this model of evangelical mission within the C…
Mary, Queen of Angels
Biblical, patristic, and magisterial foundations for invoking Mary as Queen of Angels. Explore the royal dignity of Our Lady among the heavenly hosts.
King, kingdom, and reign of God in Mariology
Explore the relationship between Mary and Christ's royalty in Catholic mariology. King, Kingdom, and reign of God revealed in light of theological tho…
First university extension course with international certificate
The first International Certificate Course in Mariology unites academic rigour with faith. Study Mary with recognized theological depth. Deepen the...
Angels in the Bible from symbolism to realism
Angels in the Bible reveal a living presence, from symbolism to realism. Explore the Announcement to Mary and the angelic role in Scripture.