What Are Angels?

Surveys find that nearly 7 in 10 adults in the US believe in angels. But what are angels supposed to be? What is the difference between angels, demons, genies, and ghosts? Why do cherubs look like the Roman pagan god Cupid? John Hamer of Toronto Centre Place will explore early Biblical understandings of angels, evolution and elaboration of the idea in extra-Biblical apocalypses like the Book of Enoch, and later theological formulations by Christian philosophers including Pseudo-Dionysius the Areopagite. Join the livestream to participate in the discussion and to ask questions to our lecturer during the Q&A. Topics covered in this lecture include: Historical Perspectives on Angels in the Bible The Book of Enoch and Angelology Demons, Genies, and Ghosts The Influence of Roman Mythology on Christian Iconography Theological Interpretations of Angels Evolution of Angelic Concepts Belief in Angels in Contemporary Society Guardian Angels Angels in Popular Media and Films Archangels and angelic hierarchy Angels in World Religions Beyond Christianity Angel Encounters in Personal Experiences Angels and Spiritualism Angels in Art and Literature Differences Between Angels and Deities in Mythology Browse our catalogue of free lectures at https://www.centreplace.ca/lectures Your generous support allows us to offer these lectures at no cost. Please consider a making donation (tax deductible in the US and Canada) at https://www.centreplace.ca/donate ️