Angelology and Demonology Flashcards
What is Angelology?
Angelology is the study of angelic beings, primarily from a biblical perspective, but also includes other traditions and beliefs.
Who is Pseudo-Dionysius the Areopagite?
A 6th-century writer who influenced Christian angelology by classifying angels into a celestial hierarchy in his work ‘De Coelesti Hierarchia’.
How are angels classified in Christian theology?
Angels are classified into three spheres, each containing different orders:
1. First Sphere: Seraphim, Cherubim, Thrones
2. Second Sphere: Dominations (Lordships), Virtues, Powers (Authorities)
3. Third Sphere: Principalities (Rulers), Archangels, Angels
What is the role of personal guardian angels?
Guardian angels are assigned to individuals to offer protection, guidance, and spiritual support.
What are the main purposes of angels?
- To praise and worship God
- To act as messengers from God
- To protect believers
- To strengthen and comfort believers
- To carry out God’s judgment
- To help transition believers into eternity
What are the characteristics of angels?
- They have individual personalities
- They are spirits and invisible beings
- They are superior to humans in intelligence and strength
- They are inferior to God
- They do not marry or have families
- They perform miracles and carry out divine tasks
What are some titles given to angels?
Angels are known as Cherubim, Seraphim (‘burning ones’), Living Creatures, Ruling Angels, Guardian Angels, Watchers, Ministers, Sons of God.
What are the duties of angels in heaven?
- Worshiping God
- Observing the people of God
- Inquiring into God’s prophetic plan
- Rejoicing in God’s work and will
- Witnessing God’s wrath
What are the duties of angels on earth?
- Strengthening people physically and mentally
- Delivering Christians from dangers
- Delivering messages from God
- Carrying out divine judgment
- Accompanying Christ at His return
- Delighting in the worship of God
What is Demonology?
Demonology is the study of demons and their hierarchy, primarily from a religious perspective, particularly within Christianity.
Who are demons according to Christianity?
Demons are fallen angels who rebelled against God, with Satan (Beelzebub) as their ruler (Rev. 12:4, Luke 10:18).
What is the origin of demons?
Demons originated from a rebellion in heaven when Lucifer, a high-ranking angel, became prideful and was cast out of heaven along with other rebellious angels (Isa. 14:12-14, Ezek. 28:11-18).
What are the characteristics of demons?
- They are spirit beings
- They have supernatural knowledge and strength
- They are morally unclean
- They are deceptive and can take any appearance, even as an ‘angel of light’ (2 Cor. 11:14-15).
What are the primary duties of demons?
- Opposing God’s will
- Oppressing humans
- Causing sickness, blindness, and insanity
- Promoting deception, violence, and sexual immorality
- Hindering prayers and the Gospel
- Accusing Christians before God
What are the different ways demons influence humans?
- They deceive people through false doctrines and idolatry
- They influence human governments
- They promote witchcraft, sorcery, and divination
- They harass and accuse God’s people
How can demons be cast out?
- Resist Satan in Jesus’ name
- Pray in faith
- Test if demons are stubborn
- Declare Christ’s victory using Scripture
- Speak about the blood of Jesus
- Rely on God’s power and authority (Mark 9:29, Luke 10:18-19).
What is Satan’s final destiny?
Satan and his demons will be cast into the Lake of Fire for eternal punishment (Rev. 20:10).
