The Archangel Michael

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Michael’s name translates from the Hebrew as ‘Look Like God’. He is the Archangel we invoke in our battle against negativity. He helps us find the light within ourselves. Historically he is the protector of both Israel and the Catholic Church. He is the patron saint of policemen, soldiers and small children and also watches over pilgrims and strangers. He is the fiery warrior, Prince of the Heavenly Armies, who fights for right and justice and gives guidance to all those who find themselves in dire straits. Michael is also the bringer of patience and happiness.

If you draw The Archangel Michael UPRIGHT the card has the following meanings:

When The Archangel Michael appears, you are likely to find that in any sort of competitive situation, that you come out on top. Things should be going very well, you should be feeling good, and projects should be moving right along. You may still have regular moments of self-doubt, unfortunately, but now is time to feel the fear, and do it anyway.

Upright Meanings: determined, fighting your corner, maintaining control, harassment, under attack, scapegoat, stiff competition, protective, strong will, challenging, energy, assertive, taking high road, busy, standing up for beliefs, defensive, blame, relentless, courage, hectic, victory, territorial, opposing, holding your own, stamina, forceful, resisting

The Archangel Michael represents opposing, standing up for what you believe in, fighting your corner and holding your own. It signifies taking the high road, maintaining control and being strong willed. This minor card also indicates someone who is protective, defensive, assertive, forceful, relentless, determined and territorial. It can suggest that you are under attack, being harassed, blamed or scapegoated but you are resisting. Life may be challenging, busy and hectic with this card in your spread so you will need stamina to endure.

If you draw The Archangel Michael REVERSED this angel card has these meanings:

When The Reversed Archangel Michael appears, you may find yourself needing to guard against indecision. Yes, it’s better in general not to flail around at random, if you’re unsure, but at the same time, there’s a reason why they say ‘He who hesitates is lost.’ If you wait for the perfect moment you will quite literally be waiting forever.

Reversed Meanings: yielding, lack of courage/ self-belief/ stamina, scandal/losing moral authority/ control/ power/respect, indecision, compromise, failing to defend/ protect, worn down, patience, giving in/up, sharing territory, advantage, being timid, folding on your beliefs, surrendering, resolution, admitting defeat, weakness, burn-out, quitting, being overbearing

The Archangel Michael reversed represents folding on your beliefs, yielding, quitting, giving up and giving in. It signifies admitting defeat, surrendering and lack of courage or stamina. This minor card can represent weakness, failing to protect or defend someone or something you care about and being exhausted, burnt-out or worn down. It can indicate a compromise, resolution or sharing territory. It can also suggest that you have lost control, power, respect or moral authority and have been involved in a scandal of some sort. The Archangel Michael reversed can also represent being overbearing and unpopular.