The Encyclopedia of Angels - by Constance Victoria Briggs (Paperback)

About the Book

Covering every angel topic from Aaron to Zuriel, this heavenly volume lists the names, responsibilities and orders of the cherubs as well as the various hierarchies which have been created throughout history. Readers will have easy access to famous writings featuring angels, the angels of the holy books, the nature of angels, and angelic experiences of the saints, prophets and mystics.

Book Synopsis

Recent fascination with angels in books, television, and movies has made the celestial beings one of the current hot topics. User friendly, with an A-Z organization, The Encyclopedia of Angels covers every angel topic from Aaron to Zuriel.This heavenly volume lists the names, responsibilities, and orders of the cherubs as well as the various hierarchies which have been created throughout history.

More than just a dictionary of angels' names, with painters, sculptors, writers, and philosophers who used angels in their works are included. Readers will have easy access to famous writings featuring angels, the angels of the holy books, the nature of angels, and angelic experiences of the saints, prophets, and mystics. With extensive and organized cross-referencing, The Encyclopedia of Angels is the ultimate resource guide for all angel lovers and scholars.

From the Back Cover

Carefully researched and beautifully designed, this comprehensive volume covers all known angels from Aaron to Zuriel, as well as everything you need to know about them, from hierarchies that have been created throughout history to sightings to actual contact. With nearly 4,000 fully cross-referenced entries and six appendixes, this rich resource also includes painters, sculptors, writers, and philosophers who have used angels in their works. A book for angel-lovers and scholars alike, The Encyclopedia of Angels is the ultimate guide for all those who want to understand angels more deeply, and to bring the goodness and joy of these celestial beings into their lives.

About the Author

Constance Victoria Briggs left college to pursue a deep spiritual calling. A member of the International Bible Students Association, she has become deeply involved in research on angels. Her expertise in angels and angelic information has grown so much she started a spiritual group focusing on angels. Briggs has also worked for Time Life Books and written for newsletters and magazines. She makes her home in Schaumburg, Illinois.