The Archangel Michael: The Untold Truth
As the BBC explains, the archangel Michael also plays an important part in Islam. Known as Mika'il, the angel is associated with divine providence and food security, due to his role as "the giver of rain." Similar to his role as Israel's guardian, Mika'il is also recognized as "the Angel of Mercy," often interceding on humanity's behalf so that Allah may grant them salvation. Additionally, Mika'il acts as a guardian angel, keeping sacred grounds safe and rewarding kind acts.
Out of all the archangels, only Michael and Gabriel (Jibril) are explicitly mentioned by name in the Quran, the holy book of Islam. In Quran 2:98, the two archangels are established to be on Allah's side against "disbelievers." The Muslim faith also establishes the existence of other major angels: Izra'il or Azrael, called the Angel of Death, and Israfil or Raphael, who "will blow the trumpet on the Day of Judgment" (via Sydenham School).
According to Sunnah.com, the Islamic prophet Muhammed met both Mika'il and Jibril, with the former sitting on his left side and the latter on his right. During this encounter, the angels asked him to recite the Quran until he reached seven modes. Interestingly, Mika'il is described as a serious angel by Jibril, who reportedly said that he "has not laughed since the creation of the Hellfire" (via Daily Hadith Online).
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