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Uriel (archangel)

Unknown artistSiglo XVII

Santa Clara Museum

Santa Clara Museum
Bogotá, Colombia

The name of this apocryphal archangel means "Fire of God", which is why he carries as flame an attribute in his hand. According to Enoch's book he is responsible for illuminating Hades and in other texts he is considered the guardian of the door of paradise.

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  • Title: Uriel (archangel)
  • Creator: Unknown artist
  • Date Created: Siglo XVII
Santa Clara Museum

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