Raphael (UK: / ˈræfeɪəl / RAF-ay-əl, US: / ˈræfiəl, ˈreɪf -/ RA (Y)F-ee-əl; God has healed ) [a] is an archangel first mentioned in the Book of Tobit and in 1 Enoch, both estimated to date from between the 3rd and 2nd century BC. [5][6] In later Jewish tradition, he became identified as one of the three heavenly visitors entertained by Abraham at the Oak of Mamre. He is not named. Learn about St. Raphael the Archangel, patron of travelers, healers, and the blind. Discover his biblical story, prayer, symbolism, and spiritual significance in the Catholic tradition. St. Raphael Parish is a faith community offering sacraments, religious formation, and spiritual growth opportunities for all ages. St. Raphael Prayer to Archangel St. Raphael Glorious Archangel Saint Raphael, great prince of the heavenly court, you are illustrious for your gifts of wisdom and grace. You are a guide of those who journey by land or sea or air, consoler of the afflicted, and refuge of sinners. I beg you, assist me in all my needs and in all the sufferings of. St. Raphael is the patron saint of travelers, the blind, bodily ills, happy meetings, nurses, physicians and medical workers. He is often pictured holding a staff and either holding or standing on a fish. St. Raphael the Archangel encourages us to approach suffering with the eyes of faith, recognizing that all healing comes from God. For info on the St. Raphael Ministry or when ordering the St. Raphael oil please use the above toolbar/ menu. See Vatican News to discover the life-story and message of St. Raphael, Archangel, the Saint of the Day 29 September About St. Raphael the Archangel St. Raphael the Archangel is one of the three principal angels venerated in Abrahamic religions, best known for his healing powers and his role in the Book of Tobit in the Old Testament. In this biblical account, Raphael appears in human form as a traveling companion to Tobit’s son Tobias, helping him find a cure for his father’s blindness and assisting in. Discover the life, legacy, and feast day of St. Raphael, Archangel of healing. Just as St. Raphael accompanied Tobias on his journey, our own guardian angels walk with us every day. Read more about how to get to know your guardian angel and the angels of your loved ones. Cultivating a relationship with a healing saint like the Archangel Raphael is a wonderful way for us to grow in our faith.