The War in Heaven:
the Divine Battlefield

Before the world was made,
a war shook Heaven.

Angels chose. Some chose light, others chose pride.
Their story shaped eternity—and still whispers to us today.

Unlock the Secrets of the Heavenly Host.

Angels are God’s messengers, warriors, and agents in the world. The word “angel” itself comes from the Greek angelos, meaning “messenger.” From the annunciation of a savior to the protection of individuals and the waging of cosmic war, their roles are as varied as they are critical. This page introduces you to the named celestial beings who intervened in human history.

Archangels

Michael

Defender of Heaven

The archangel who led the heavenly host against the rebels. His name means “Who is like God?”—a battle cry against pride.

Gabriel​

Divine Messenger​

The divine messenger who communicates God’s will to humanity. His name means “God is my strength.”

Raphael

Healer and Guide

The healing angel who brings God’s healing to the world. His name means “God heals.”

Uriel

Angel of Wisdom

The angel of wisdom who illuminates minds and reveals truth. His name means “God is my light.”

Watchers

Semjaza

Fallen Watcher

One of the leaders of the Watchers who rebelled against Heaven, teaching humanity forbidden knowledge.

Azazel

Fallen Watcher

A fallen watcher who taught humans to make weapons and cosmetics, corrupting both warfare and beauty.

Gadreel

Fallen Watcher

The watcher who introduced weapons of death and taught humanity the ways of violence and destruction.

The Timeline