Biography Pamphlet of Saint Raphael

Biography Pamphlet of Saint Raphael

Saint Raphael: The Healing Archangel

Saint Raphael is one of the seven Archangels who stand before the throne of God and is widely known as the Archangel of Healing. His name, derived from the Hebrew “Rafa-El”, means “God heals”, symbolizing his divine mission to bring healing, guidance, and protection to humanity.

Biblical Significance

Saint Raphael is most prominently featured in the Book of Tobit in the Old Testament. Disguised as a human, he accompanies the young Tobias on a journey, helping him find a wife, Sarah, and curing his father, Tobit, of blindness. Through his intervention, Saint Raphael demonstrates his role as a healer and guide, making him the patron saint of travelers, the blind, physicians, and those seeking healing.

Patronage

Saint Raphael is the patron saint of:

• Healing and health professionals

• Travelers and pilgrims

• The blind and visually impaired

• Matchmakers and happy marriages

Symbols and Representations

Saint Raphael is often depicted:

• Holding a staff, representing guidance on life’s journey

• With a fish, symbolizing the healing power of God (as he used a fish to heal Tobit’s blindness)

• Alongside Tobias, reflecting his role as a divine companion

Feast Day

The feast of Saint Raphael is celebrated on September 29, along with the Archangels Saint Michael and Saint Gabriel.

Prayer to Saint Raphael

"Glorious Archangel Saint Raphael, healer of body and soul, guide us on our journey and protect us from all harm. Grant us the healing grace of God and lead us closer to His divine presence. Amen."

Devotion to Saint Raphael

Many invoke Saint Raphael in times of illness, uncertainty, and travel, trusting in his divine assistance and intercession. His presence offers comfort and reassurance that God’s healing grace is always near.

Quality Catholic biography and prayer with exclusive 'Bonella' artwork. Our 'St. Raphael' Biography Card includes two pages of information, the biography, the name meaning, subjects attributes, feast day, and a special prayer. This quality card stock biography is two pages, high-gloss, and includes our exclusive Italian 'Fratelli Bonella' colorful gold-stamped artwork of 'Archangel Raphael', which makes this biography a beautiful work of art. Perfect for handouts at school, CCD, church, or prayer groups. Add them to your Easter cards, Christmas cards, or Birthday cards. Include them in your favors for Baptisms, Christenings, Communions, Confirmations, Anniversaries, Weddings, Birthdays, and Ordinations.