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I don't know of any evidence of an angel being created specifically based around human death. Death is a result of sin. Not t to say God may not have used angels in regards to death. But not an angel of death.
And no, there is also no evidence, i know of, to support that angels have anything to do with our souls after we die.
And no, there is also no evidence, i know of, to support that angels have anything to do with our souls after we die.
Here's some info I found for you. Hope this helps!
Question: "Is there an angel of death?"
Answer: The idea of an “angel of death” is present in several religions. The “angel of death” is known as Samael, Sariel, or Azrael in Judaism; as Malak Almawt in Islam; as Yama or Yamaraj in Hinduism; and as the Grim Reaper in popular fiction. In various mythologies, the angel of death is imagined as anything from a cloaked skeletal figure with a sickle, to a beautiful woman, to a small child. While the details vary, the core belief is that a being comes to a person at the moment of death, either actually causing death or simply observing it—with the purpose of then taking the person’s soul to the abode of the dead.
This “angel of death” concept is not taught in the Bible. The Bible nowhere teaches that there is a particular angel who is in charge of death or who is present whenever a person dies. 2 Kings 19:35 describes an angel putting to death 185,000 Assyrians who had invaded Israel. Some also see Exodus chapter 12, the death of the firstborn of Egypt, as the work of an angel. While this is possible, the Bible nowhere attributes the death of the firstborn to an angel. Whatever the case, while the Bible describes angels causing death at the command of the Lord, Scripture nowhere teaches that there is a specific angel of death.
God, and God alone, is sovereign over the timing of our deaths. No angel or demon can in any sense cause our death before the time God has willed it to occur. According to Romans 6:23 and Revelation 20:11-15, death is separation, separation of our soul-spirit from our body (physical death) and, in the case of unbelievers, everlasting separation from God (eternal death). Death is something that occurs. Death is not an angel, a demon, a person, or any other being. Angels can cause death, and may be involved in what happens to us after death—but there is no such thing as the “angel of death.”
Answer: The idea of an “angel of death” is present in several religions. The “angel of death” is known as Samael, Sariel, or Azrael in Judaism; as Malak Almawt in Islam; as Yama or Yamaraj in Hinduism; and as the Grim Reaper in popular fiction. In various mythologies, the angel of death is imagined as anything from a cloaked skeletal figure with a sickle, to a beautiful woman, to a small child. While the details vary, the core belief is that a being comes to a person at the moment of death, either actually causing death or simply observing it—with the purpose of then taking the person’s soul to the abode of the dead.
This “angel of death” concept is not taught in the Bible. The Bible nowhere teaches that there is a particular angel who is in charge of death or who is present whenever a person dies. 2 Kings 19:35 describes an angel putting to death 185,000 Assyrians who had invaded Israel. Some also see Exodus chapter 12, the death of the firstborn of Egypt, as the work of an angel. While this is possible, the Bible nowhere attributes the death of the firstborn to an angel. Whatever the case, while the Bible describes angels causing death at the command of the Lord, Scripture nowhere teaches that there is a specific angel of death.
God, and God alone, is sovereign over the timing of our deaths. No angel or demon can in any sense cause our death before the time God has willed it to occur. According to Romans 6:23 and Revelation 20:11-15, death is separation, separation of our soul-spirit from our body (physical death) and, in the case of unbelievers, everlasting separation from God (eternal death). Death is something that occurs. Death is not an angel, a demon, a person, or any other being. Angels can cause death, and may be involved in what happens to us after death—but there is no such thing as the “angel of death.”
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Not to kill, but to collect. Take the deceased person and escort them to the Eternal City while the dead flesh remains here on Earth. I used to know someone who had what could be called a Near-Death Experience during which she saw someone, her stepmother who had died years before. Do you think it was an angel who had assumed the appearance of a deceased loved one? This person has since passed away. She was my life-partner for about 11 months.
That is true. Satan is the ultimate angel of death, but I think the OP is referring to something like the grim reaper type thing. Ever seen the movie City of Angels? Its about angels who appear to people who are close to death and help lead them to the next life. I think that is kind of what we are talking about here., and the bible does not teach this.
I will say many people claim to see passed loved ones when they are approaching death. My sister passed away in 2011, and she said she saw my father standing in the corner(he died in 1993). There could also be a logical explanation for this. When someone is going through the last stages of life less oxygen get to the brain, and can cause hallucinations.
Also we are told in many passages not to pay attention to "familiar spirits". They are characterized as evil and demonic.
I do think alot of this is some type of new age thing which is just bad. All the mystical stuff that many believe these days isn't taught in the bible yet many accept this belief.
I will say many people claim to see passed loved ones when they are approaching death. My sister passed away in 2011, and she said she saw my father standing in the corner(he died in 1993). There could also be a logical explanation for this. When someone is going through the last stages of life less oxygen get to the brain, and can cause hallucinations.
Also we are told in many passages not to pay attention to "familiar spirits". They are characterized as evil and demonic.
I do think alot of this is some type of new age thing which is just bad. All the mystical stuff that many believe these days isn't taught in the bible yet many accept this belief.
I have met Death before, he was in a black hooded robe but he wasn't scary or mean. He even made a joke{ Although I don't remember what it was) His voice was very interesting.... It was as if there was no emotion in it at all. Just a sort of very calm tone or something. He is the one who took me to visit hell.
- Exodus 12:7
And they shall take of the blood, and strike it on the two side posts and on the upper door post of the houses, wherein they shall eat it.
Exodus 12:6-8 (in Context) Exodus 12 (Whole Chapter) Other Translations - Exodus 12:23For the Lord will pass through to smite the Egyptians; and when he seeth the blood upon the lintel, and on the two side posts, the Lord will pass over the door, and will not suffer the destroyer to come in unto your houses to smite you.
- Exodus 12:23For the Lord will pass through the land to strike down the Egyptians. But when he sees the blood on the top and sides of the doorframe, the Lord will pass over your home. He will not permit his death angel to enter your house and strike you down.
Hebrews 2:9
- Exodus 12:23For the Lord will pass through the land to strike down the Egyptians. But when he sees the blood on the top and sides of the doorframe, the Lord will pass over your home. He will not permit his death angel to enter your house and strike you down.
Throughout the bible it tells us that God wants life for us, abundant life. God even wants it for us after we finish our life on this earth. God is against death for us, and it sometimes speaks of the angel of death. Satan is that angel, saying that sin does not lead to death.
However, I experienced seeing help that was given by God during the death (physical) of my Father. I was sitting quietly by his bed, knowing it was going to happen soon. I had held his hand and said the 23rd psalm and Lord's Prayer for him, as he often asked for. I heard that gurgle that comes at death. My sister was there, she ran for the nurse.
Even though I was looking down and did not look up, I was aware of two beings in he room, so aware that I could communicate with them. They do not use words to communicate, but thoughts are perceived. It was a terrible night, my family was tired out, many people were there for goodbye. No time could have been worse for Dad to leave, so I asked what was in the room to leave him until morning promising to keep him as comfortable as I could all night long.
They said that it was right for them to take him then, but they would ask permission to do as i asked. In the morning the sun came out and Dad left us. I had gone home to sleep, others had come to take my place. I went back to the hospital and demanded to see him right away, to be sure he was OK. Dad was almost unconscious the night before, but there was no doubt he was vitally alive. What I saw was an empty body. They had helped him make the transition from this life to the next.
However, I experienced seeing help that was given by God during the death (physical) of my Father. I was sitting quietly by his bed, knowing it was going to happen soon. I had held his hand and said the 23rd psalm and Lord's Prayer for him, as he often asked for. I heard that gurgle that comes at death. My sister was there, she ran for the nurse.
Even though I was looking down and did not look up, I was aware of two beings in he room, so aware that I could communicate with them. They do not use words to communicate, but thoughts are perceived. It was a terrible night, my family was tired out, many people were there for goodbye. No time could have been worse for Dad to leave, so I asked what was in the room to leave him until morning promising to keep him as comfortable as I could all night long.
They said that it was right for them to take him then, but they would ask permission to do as i asked. In the morning the sun came out and Dad left us. I had gone home to sleep, others had come to take my place. I went back to the hospital and demanded to see him right away, to be sure he was OK. Dad was almost unconscious the night before, but there was no doubt he was vitally alive. What I saw was an empty body. They had helped him make the transition from this life to the next.
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Theophane:
No. He was returning from Edom and Bosrah avenging...In revelation there is no further need for His blood, His blood was shed on the cross once for all who would accept Him. At least this is my understanding. I referenced not only Rev. 19th chapter but Isaiah also.
Isaiah 34:2-10
The LORD is angry with all nations; his wrath is upon all their armies. He will totally destroy them, he will give them over to slaughter. Their slain will be thrown out, their dead bodies will send up a stench; the mountains will be soaked with their blood. All the stars of the heavens will be dissolved and the sky rolled up like a scroll; all the starry host will fall like withered leaves from the vine, like shriveled figs from the fig tree. My sword has drunk its fill in the heavens; see, it descends in judgment on Edom, the people I have totally destroyed. The sword of the LORD is bathed in blood, it is covered with fat–the blood of lambs and goats, fat from the kidneys of rams. For the LORD has a sacrifice in Bozrah and a great slaughter in Edom. And the wild oxen will fall with them, the bull calves and the great bulls. Their land will be drenched with blood, and the dust will be soaked with fat. For the LORD has a day of vengeance, a year of retribution, to uphold Zion’s cause. Edom’s streams will be turned into pitch, her dust into burning sulfur; her land will become blazing pitch! It will not be quenched night and day; its smoke will rise forever. From generation to generation it will lie desolate; no one will ever pass through it again.
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