What is Michael in the Bible?
Lived during the exile and the return
Michael is an archangel who appears in various biblical passages, particularly in the books of Daniel, Jude, and Revelation. Michael appears in 5 verses across 3 books of the Bible.
What does the Bible say about Michael?
Michael is an archangel who appears in various biblical passages, particularly in the books of Daniel, Jude, and Revelation. In the book of Daniel, Michael is described as "one of the chief princes" who comes to the aid of the angel Gabriel in his struggle against the prince of Persia (Dan.10.13). Michael is also referred to as "your prince" (Dan.10.21) and "the great prince who stands watch over the sons of your people" (Dan.12.1), indicating his role as a protector of Israel. In the New Testament, the book of Jude mentions Michael contending with the devil over the body of Moses (Jud.1.9), showcasing his role in spiritual battles. The book of Revelation portrays Michael and his angels fighting against the dragon (Satan) and his angels, ultimately prevailing and casting them out of heaven (Rev.12.7). These passages highlight Michael's significant role as a powerful angelic being who fights for God's people, protects them from evil forces, and plays a crucial part in end-time events. Michael's appearances in the Bible underscore the reality of spiritual warfare and the existence of heavenly beings who serve God and defend His purposes.
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Compiled by Protos: the verse list on this page. Where one name belongs to more than one person or place, each of them gets a separate entry.
Where does Michael appear in the Bible?
Michael is referenced in 5 verses across 3 books. Every passage below is about this one, not just every verse the word turns up in.
- Daniel 10:13
- Daniel 10:21
- Daniel 12:1
- Jude 1:9
- Revelation 12:7
What else appears in these passages?
These turn up in the same passages as Michael.
Common questions
How many times does the Bible mention Michael?
Michael appears in 5 verses across 3 books, most often in Daniel, which accounts for 3 of them.
Which books of the Bible mention Michael?
Daniel, Jude, Revelation.
Where can I read every verse about Michael?
This page lists 5 of them. Protos carries all 5, and opens this entry on the verse you are reading rather than in a separate tab.
