Meaning & Origin
In Hebrew, Rephael means 'God's Healer'. In the Bible, Rephael is mentioned as one of the 72 angels who visited Jesus during His temptation. He is also considered a patron saint of healing.
Spiritual meaning
Symbolizes healing and restoration.
Language details
Rephael
God heals or God has healed
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
REF-uh-el
/ˈrɛfʌɛl/
Lucky number
7
Lucky day
(Sunday)
Lucky colors
Life path
11
Lucky stone
Sapphire
Historical references
The Old Testament mentions an angel named Rephael, who is identified as one of the seven angels who hold the seven bowls of God's wrath. This identification is found in the Book of Revelation (Revelation 15:1-8). The time period for this reference is the late 1st century AD, during which the Book of Revelation was written.
In medieval Christian tradition, Rephael is considered the patron saint of the repentant sinner, the healer, and those who are sick. This role is a reflection of the biblical Rephael's association with healing and restoration. The time period for this reference is the Middle Ages, during which the cult of saints and their associated patronages became an important part of Christian practice.
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