Lexical Summary Michaél: Michael Original Word: Μιχαήλ Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Michael. Of Hebrew origin (Miyka'el); Michael, an archangel -- Michael. see HEBREW Miyka'el NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof Hebrew origin Mikael Definition Michael, the archangel NASB Translation Michael (2). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3413: ΜιχαήλΜιχαήλ, ὁ (מִיכָאֵל, i. e. 'who like God?'), Michael, the name of an archangel, who was supposed to be the guardian angel of the Israelites (Daniel 12:1; Daniel 10:13, 21): Jude 1:9; Revelation 12:7. (BB. DD. under the word.) Topical Lexicon Overview Michael stands in Scripture as the principal angelic warrior who safeguards the covenant people of God and actively contests the forces of evil. His name, formed as a rhetorical question in Hebrew—“Who is like God?”—embodies his unwavering commitment to the honor of the Almighty. Old Testament Background Michael first appears in Daniel. He is “one of the chief princes” who assists another angelic messenger against demonic opposition (Daniel 10:13), is identified as “your prince” who defends Israel (Daniel 10:21), and is foretold to “rise up” in the time of unparalleled distress to deliver the faithful remnant (Daniel 12:1). These passages portray him as Israel’s heavenly patron and a key figure in eschatological rescue. Use in the New Testament 1. Jude 9 presents Michael contending with the devil over the body of Moses: “Even the archangel Michael, when he disputed with the devil over the body of Moses, did not presume to bring a slanderous charge against him, but said, ‘The Lord rebuke you!’”. Here Michael’s restraint exemplifies reverent submission to divine authority, contrasting sharply with the irreverence of the false teachers Jude exposes. 2. Revelation 12:7 depicts Michael as commander of the angelic hosts in cosmic conflict: “Then a war broke out in heaven: Michael and his angels fought against the dragon, and the dragon and his angels fought back”. The victory that follows announces the ultimate defeat of Satan and the inauguration of the Messiah’s kingdom (Revelation 12:10). Intertestamental and Extrabiblical Tradition Second Temple literature (e.g., 1 Enoch, Assumption of Moses) amplifies Michael’s status as archangel and advocate for God’s people. Jude’s allusion shows familiarity with such tradition while rooting authority firmly in the canonical message. Theological Significance • Defender of God’s People: From Daniel to Revelation, Michael is consistently linked with the protection and deliverance of the covenant community. Christological Connections Michael is never equated with Christ; rather, he serves Christ. Revelation 12 places Michael’s battle within the larger narrative of the Lamb’s overcoming (Revelation 12:11). Michael’s service illuminates, but never eclipses, the preeminence of Jesus Christ. Practical Application for Ministry • Spiritual Warfare: Michael’s engagements remind believers that the struggle “is not against flesh and blood” (Ephesians 6:12). Summary Strong’s 3413 presents Michael as the archangelic champion whose humility, courage, and loyalty advance God’s kingdom and protect His people from Genesis to Revelation’s consummation. Forms and Transliterations Μιχαηλ Μιχαὴλ Michael Michaēl MichaḕlLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Jude 1:9 NGRK: Ὁ δὲ Μιχαὴλ ὁ ἀρχάγγελος NAS: But Michael the archangel, when KJV: Yet Michael the archangel, when INT: but Michael the archangel Revelation 12:7 N |
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