Force idea: “Divine Light shines from within. I am eternally radiant, loving and wise”

Symbolism: Uriel is the Regent of the Sun and is the most radiant of the Archangles. He is shown with a flame in his open hand. He also rules over thunder and terror. Uriel is sometimes seen with a book at his feet, signifying the book he gave to Adam with all the medicinal herbs in it.

Angelic realm: Archangel of the Heaven of Form

Angelic function:To bring us the light of the knowledge of God

Gifts for earth: He can help us to acknowledge the Light within all people; find knowledge to help and to heal; interpret and decode our inner voice

Uriel, whose name means ‘Light of God’, is the angel who brings humankind knowledge and understanding of the Divine. He is the most radiant of angels and has been depicted descending from heaven on a fiery chariot drawn by white horses.

He has been variously called the Flame of God, Angel of the Presence, and Angel of Salvation. He is also known as the Prince of Light and interpreter of prophecies. It was Uriel whom God sent to Noah to warn him of the deluge. The Bible also tells how Uriel descended into the Garden of Eden on a sunbeam and stood at its gate with a fiery sword. He is also the angel who watches over thunder and terror. As the Angel of Repentance he can help us to understand the laws of karma, which, put very simply, mean that we reap what we sow. Uriel also helps us understand how Divine mercy works and brings us awareness that we are all cherished by God’s love.

He is supposed to be the most sharp-sighted of all the angels. He is often represented with the flame of knowledge in his open hand, which mankind can draw upon for health and welfare. If this knowledge is abused then it is Uriel who delivers Divine retribution. Uriel helps us understand why all things are as they are. He helps us trust in the Divine plan so that when things appear to be going wrong we can know that ultimately they are for the highest good and greatest joy.

Uriel helps us interpret our inner voice and our dreams. He guides us towards understanding our essential nature and towards taking more responsibility for our lives. With his guidance we have the possibility ot fulfilling our potential as creative spirits. Uriel helps us to find our inner light and to become as radiant as the sun when we express the fullness of the love and beauty within ourselves.