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Who is Michael? Meaning and Biblical Identity Explained

Who is Michael, and why is He called the 'One who is like God'?

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What is the meaning of the name Michael

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The name Michael signifies "He who is like God" or "who can compare with God".

The Identity of Michael

Michael is a title used for the Son of God, also known as Jesus Christ. This name highlights His divine nature, as He is the uncreated, begotten Son who shares the very nature of the Father.

  • The Archangel: Scripture identifies Michael as the archangel, which means the "head or chief angel".

  • The Voice of Authority: When the Lord descends from heaven to raise the dead, He does so with the "voice of the archangel," which is the voice of the Son of God 1 Thessalonians 4:16.

  • Prince of the People: He is described as the "great prince which standeth for the children of thy people," serving as the protector and deliverer of God's children Daniel 12:1.

Michael's Work as a Warrior and Defender

Michael actively contends against the forces of darkness to protect the plan of God and His servants.

  • Victory in Heaven: Michael and His angels fought against the dragon, resulting in Satan being cast out of heaven Revelation 12:7-9.

  • Controversy over Moses: Michael disputed with the devil over the body of Moses, eventually resurrecting him and taking him to heaven Jude 1:9.

  • Help for Gabriel: During a crisis at the Persian court, Michael came to assist the angel Gabriel, breaking the enemy's influence and securing victory for God's cause Daniel 10:13.

The Standing Up of Michael

The "standing up" of Michael marks a significant transition in history, signaling the beginning of Christ’s kingdom and a period of unprecedented deliverance Daniel 12:1.

  • Time of Trouble: His standing up coincides with a "time of trouble, such as never was," during which God's people will be delivered Daniel 12:1.

  • Deliverance of the Righteous: At this time, everyone whose name is found written in the book will be saved, and many who sleep in the dust shall awake Daniel 12:1-2.

  • Final Reward: Those who are wise and turn many to righteousness will shine as the stars forever and ever Daniel 12:3.

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