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Sandalphon's name, There is some
confusion on the correct translation of Archangel
Sandalphon’s name. Some examples are:
‘Messiah’, 'Co-brother', or just
'Brother'.
The origins of Archangel Sandalphon סנדלפון an archangel in Jewish and Christian writings is extremely unsure. There are several theories regarding this lack of history, out of which, the theory that he was a prophet who spread the message of love and peace, and it is this background that is most widely accepted throughout the religious community.
According to the “Talmud”, Sandalphon stands behind the Throne of Glory and continuously crowns God with a crown woven from the prayers of Israel (Chag. 13a-b). And is the leader of the angels in the angelic order of the Seraphim, It is the Seraphim that surround the throne of God in heaven. |