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In medieval Christian angelology, these angels are known as the Powers, although some sources incorrectly equate them with the Thrones (who are actually the [[ophanim]]) instead. The Muslim name for them is '''''jundullah''''', meaning "the army of Allah," since Muslims refer to [[Yahweh]] as | In medieval Christian angelology, these angels are known as the Powers, although some sources incorrectly equate them with the Thrones (who are actually the [[ophanim]]) instead. The Muslim name for them is '''''jundullah''''', meaning "the army of Allah," since Muslims refer to [[Yahweh]] as Allah. | ||
== Examples == | == Examples == | ||
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The erelim (singular: erel) or er'elim (singular: er'el) are an order of angels in the Delegate group, who interact primarily with humans. They are warrior angels, considered to make up Yahweh's army.
Other names
In medieval Christian angelology, these angels are known as the Powers, although some sources incorrectly equate them with the Thrones (who are actually the ophanim) instead. The Muslim name for them is jundullah, meaning "the army of Allah," since Muslims refer to Yahweh as Allah.
Examples
The well-known archangels Michael and Uriel are erelim.
See also
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