Pantheon: Angelic
Element: Earth
Sphere of Influence: Wisdom and Nature
Preferred colors: Brown, Yellow, Black
Associated symbol: Shield and Staff Best day to work with: Friday Best time to work with: Night Strongest around Yule Associated Planet: Venus
Auriel (Uriel) is most well known for his role as Regent of the Sun in the book of Revelation where he calls forth the birds of the air to feast upon the fallen. As one of the most faithful and dedicated members of the host, Uriel was also placed in charge of Tartarus (another name for Hades), warned Noah of the impending flood (although Raphael is credited with teaching the building of the ark), and attacked Moses for failing to circumcise his son. Accepted as an archangel by the christian church for many centuries, he was finally removed from the records in 745 CE as the church became increasingly concerned with the prominence the public was placing upon angels. His position was taken by Anael (The Glory of God). He is still honored, however, in some wiccan traditions.
(Auriel)
