Topical Encyclopedia Angels are spiritual beings created by God to serve Him and fulfill His divine purposes. Throughout the Bible, angels are depicted as worshipers of God and Christ, emphasizing their role in the heavenly hierarchy and their devotion to the divine.Worship of God Angels are frequently portrayed as worshipers of God, acknowledging His supreme authority and holiness. In the book of Isaiah, the prophet describes a vision of the seraphim, a type of angelic being, worshiping God around His throne: "And they were calling out to one another: 'Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of Hosts; all the earth is full of His glory'" (Isaiah 6:3). This passage highlights the reverence and awe with which angels regard God, continually proclaiming His holiness. The book of Revelation also provides vivid imagery of angelic worship. In Revelation 7:11-12, John describes a scene in heaven where "all the angels stood around the throne and around the elders and the four living creatures, and they fell facedown before the throne and worshiped God, saying: 'Amen! Blessing and glory and wisdom and thanks and honor and power and strength be to our God forever and ever! Amen.'" This scene underscores the angels' role in exalting God and acknowledging His eternal attributes. Worship of Christ In addition to worshiping God the Father, angels also worship Jesus Christ, recognizing His divine nature and authority. The New Testament affirms the worship of Christ by angels, particularly in the context of His incarnation and exaltation. In Hebrews 1:6, the author writes, "And again, when God brings His firstborn into the world, He says: 'Let all God’s angels worship Him.'" This command underscores the recognition of Christ's divinity and the rightful worship He receives from the angelic hosts. The book of Revelation further illustrates the worship of Christ by angels. In Revelation 5:11-12, John witnesses a multitude of angels around the throne, proclaiming the worthiness of the Lamb: "Then I looked, and I heard the voices of many angels and the living creatures and the elders, numbering myriads of myriads and thousands of thousands. In a loud voice they said: 'Worthy is the Lamb who was slain, to receive power and riches and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and blessing!'" This passage highlights the centrality of Christ's redemptive work and the adoration He receives from the heavenly beings. Role in Divine Worship Angels not only participate in worship themselves but also play a role in facilitating the worship of God and Christ by others. They are often depicted as messengers who bring revelations and guidance to humans, leading them to a deeper understanding and worship of the divine. For instance, in Luke 2:13-14, an angelic host announces the birth of Jesus to the shepherds, proclaiming, "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom His favor rests!" This announcement serves to direct human attention and worship toward the newborn Savior. In summary, angels are depicted in the Bible as devoted worshipers of both God and Christ. Their worship is characterized by reverence, adoration, and the acknowledgment of divine authority and holiness. Through their worship and service, angels exemplify the ultimate purpose of all creation: to glorify God and His Son, Jesus Christ. Torrey's Topical Textbook Nehemiah 9:6You, even you, are LORD alone; you have made heaven, the heaven of heavens, with all their host, the earth, and all things that are therein, the seas, and all that is therein, and you preserve them all; and the host of heaven worships you. Torrey's Topical Textbook Philippians 2:9-11 Hebrews 1:6 Library Psalm XCVII. 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