Definition and Nature:
Angels are celestial beings created by God, serving as His messengers and ministers. They are spiritual entities, distinct from human beings, and possess intelligence, will, and power. Angels are often depicted as executing God's will, delivering divine messages, and providing guidance and protection to humans.

Biblical References:
The Bible provides numerous accounts of angels interacting with humanity. In the Old Testament, angels appear to figures such as Abraham (Genesis 18), Jacob (Genesis 32:1-2), and Daniel (Daniel 6:22). In the New Testament, angels announce the birth of Jesus to Mary (Luke 1:26-38) and the shepherds (Luke 2:8-14), minister to Jesus after His temptation (Matthew 4:11), and are present at His resurrection (Matthew 28:2-7).

Role and Function:
Angels serve various roles, including worshiping God, delivering messages, executing judgment, and providing protection. Hebrews 1:14 states, "Are not the angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation?" This highlights their role in serving God's purposes and assisting believers.

Not to be Worshiped:
While angels are powerful and majestic beings, Scripture explicitly instructs that they are not to be worshiped. In Revelation 22:8-9 , the apostle John falls at the feet of an angel to worship him, but the angel responds, "Do not do that! I am a fellow servant with you and your brothers the prophets, and with those who keep the words of this book. Worship God!" This passage underscores the principle that worship is due to God alone.

Angelic Hierarchy:
The Bible suggests a hierarchy among angels, with certain angels holding specific titles and roles. Michael is referred to as an archangel (Jude 1:9), and Gabriel is known for delivering important messages (Daniel 8:16; Luke 1:19). The cherubim and seraphim are other classes of angels mentioned in Scripture, often associated with the presence and worship of God (Isaiah 6:2-3; Ezekiel 10).

Conclusion:
Angels are integral to the biblical narrative, serving as God's messengers and agents. They are revered for their role in God's divine plan but are not objects of worship. The Bible consistently directs worship and adoration to God alone, recognizing angels as His servants who fulfill His will.Colossians 2:18
Let no man beguile you of your reward in a voluntary humility and worshipping of angels, intruding into those things which he has not seen, vainly puffed up by his fleshly mind,
Nave's Topical Index

Revelation 19:10
And I fell at his feet to worship him. And he said to me, See you do it not: I am your fellow servant, and of your brothers that have the testimony of Jesus: worship God: for the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.
Nave's Topical Index

Revelation 22:8,9
And I John saw these things, and heard them. And when I had heard and seen, I fell down to worship before the feet of the angel which showed me these things.
Nave's Topical Index

The Family Bible.
... Her angel-face"I see it yet ... marriage into a "social contract;" the spirit of mother ...
truths a heavenly radiance shed; And hovering on celestial wings, Breathe ...
/.../philips/the christian home/chapter viii the family bible.htm

Panegyric on the Splendor of Affairs.
... one by one, but all together, with one spirit and one ... savage to assault us"then,
indeed, the Angel of the ... only of all men, but also of celestial powers, of ...
/.../pamphilius/church history/chapter iv panegyric on the splendor.htm

"The Time of Trouble. "
... The angel of God declares: "Thou are righteous, O Lord ... of Abel; for they possessed
the same spirit, and were ... Celestial beings have taken an active part in the ...
/.../the great controversy between christ and satan /39 the time of trouble.htm

The Time of Trouble
... The angel of God declares: "Thou art righteous, O Lord ... of Abel; for they possessed
the same spirit and were ... Celestial beings have taken an active part in the ...
//christianbookshelf.org/white/the great controversy/chapter 39 the time of.htm

Book Seven the Conversion to Neoplatonism. ...
... a good Creator made him wholly a good angel? ... marshaled before the sight of my spirit
all creation ... appreciate the beauty of bodies, both celestial and terrestrial ...
/.../augustine/confessions and enchiridion/book seven the conversion to.htm

A Traveler's Note-Book
... no one enter here who does not know geometry ... impressively the subordination of sense
to spirit in love ... two yoked horses: the white, celestial steed struggling ...
/.../merriam/the chief end of man/iii a travelers note-book.htm

Is there an angel of death? | GotQuestions.org

What does the Bible say about the angel Gabriel? | GotQuestions.org

Is it wrong to have angel figurines? | GotQuestions.org

Angel: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com

Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus