The Archangel Michael

The Archangel Michael

By: Vashti Graham

Artist Description:

This painting represents Michael the Archangel, the warrior of Heaven who stands against darkness and defends God’s people. With a flaming sword of divine fire and robes of radiant light, he symbolizes God’s justice, courage, and protection. Michael reminds us that even in battles we can’t see, faith stands firm guided by divine strength.

Michael the archangel is the only angel in Scripture described as fighting with a heavenly army.

Scripture References:

Revelation 12:7 “And there was war in heaven: Michael and his angels fought against the dragon.”

Daniel 10:13 “But the prince of the kingdom of Persia withstood me one and twenty days: but lo, Michael, one of the chief princes, came to help me…”

Daniel 10:21 “But I will shew thee that which is noted in the scripture of truth: and there is none that holdeth with me in these things, but Michael your prince.” (Affirms Michael as Israel’s protector and leader among angels.)

Additional Study Notes from This Painting You may find interesting:

Scripture explicitly names Michael as the archangel (the only angel in the Bible given this title). Jude 1:9 “But Michael the archangel… said, ‘The Lord rebuke you!’”

(This indicates leadership, rank, and authority over other angels.)

Scripture shows Michael confronting Satan both in heaven and on earth.

Revelation 12:7–9 The dragon (identified later as Satan) is defeated by Michael.

Jude 1:9 Michael disputes with the devil over Moses’ body.

(Michael’s role is consistently one of resisting and rebuking demonic power.)

Daniel links Michael to the final deliverance of God’s people.

Daniel 12:1 — “At that time Michael… will arise. There will be a time of distress… but your people… will be delivered.” (He is involved in God’s final victory over darkness.)

Jesus rebukes demons directly (Mark 1:25).

Michael always rebukes in the Lord’s name (Jude 1:9).

(Note that their authority operates differently.)