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What is angelic? Are people angelic?
When most people hear the word angelic, they think of winged, heavenly angels that are perfect and
pure. This stereotype of angelic is then used to compare other things to the image of perfection set
within our minds. We may say that a cute, fuzzy animal is somewhat angelic, or that a precious,
newborn baby is angelic. By doing so, we try and identify with the good and pure within the object of
our affection. And so, the idea that angels are above and beyond corrupt humanity is set in stone.
The word angelic by definition commonly means "of or belonging to angels; like or befitting an
angel" (definition provided by Random House Dictionary). The origin of the word angelic
(1350-1400 CE) comes from the Latin angelicus, derived from the Greek word angelikos. The
Middle English word that eventually became today's "angelic" is the word angelyk.
Many ideas of angels came to be socially acceptable through cultural teachings from artwork and
literature. Whether a writing or a piece of art is accurate in depiction seems not to matter when we
elect our socially acceptable standards of belief. For example, wings and halos upon angels were
more the creation of artists during the Middle Ages and Italian Renaissance, than were they accurate
representations found within early Christianity. Yet, the artists who depicted angels with wings were
trying to convey the idea that angels are messengers from the higher place, the heavens, namely
Spirit. This unseen realm of energy is equated with sky and altitude by the artists, and thus wings
were a natural way such a higher being might travel like divine birds within the atmosphere. Spirits
do not have wings, for they are messengers who can move at the speed of thought. For more on
angelic wings, halos, etc, read: Angel Wings and Angels In Early Christian Art.
However, we need to cease from believing that mankind is lower than a snake's belly, for though we
may seem like clumsy, error-filled flesh, we are truly spirits. Yes, mankind is made up of spirits within
the Spirit, being individuals mostly unaware of their place. We do not know who we are.
One passage found within the Christian Bible is attributed to Jesus (Yeshua), a radical Jewish rabbi.
The verse is found within Luke Chapter 20 and reveals much about the state of mankind and the
angelic:
"...for they cannot die anymore, because they are equal to angels and are the sons of God, being
sons of the resurrection."
The resurrection spoken of in this passage is often considered to be some sort of physical
transformation that only the best of people might attain, but understand that this passage is not about
granting awards to only certain people who stand out from the rest of humanity. The word
resurrection implies that something needs to be restored, and what needs restored is the
understanding of who all of us are: spirits. Once we know who we are, and that we are incorruptible,
perfect spirits having a human experience, it is then that the resurrection has taken place. Being
equal to angels simply implies that we will have elevated our mind back to the truth, the higher place
of wisdom that enlightened spirits (or angels) already inhabit. All of us at one time knew the truth, but
somehow it has become forgotten for a time. That time will end, and eternity will be known.
When I mention "enlightened spirits," I am touching on those who are with us in the unseen realm of
energy I deem "Spirit." They interact with us, helping us to understand, providing direction and
guidance for our lives. There is a purpose to their intervention, for the final outcome of the whole
body of mankind will be unity, peace, love, joy and truth. To know that we are on a life-journey that
will not end, ever-knowing, ever-experiencing love and peace, is a wonderful and thrilling idea. We
are indeed angelic, we are spirits; we may not know it, and we may not act like it. One day, we will
know the truth of who we are and our freedom shall be complete. - LC
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Left:
Inspirational angel
painting by artist Marlene.
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Angelic design (top) courtesy of Steve Punter
Angelic content Copyright 2009 Angels & Ghosts, LLC
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