Saint Raphael the Archangel is part of the group of seven archangels who have access to the glory of God and jointly with Miguel, Uriel and Gabriel, he was entrusted with the purpose of caring for the earth. For what symbolizes the angel of the spirits of humans and is the one who alleviates all the illness of the son of man. His name means "Healing of God", since ancient times it is fervently believed that he is the protector of doctors, the sick and boyfriends.
In ancient times, since the Archangel Saint Raphael cured Tobit's blindness, it is claimed that he brought God's healing light to earth. Representing the physical, spiritual, mental and emotional well-being, being the archangel of the balance of both man and nature, for which we ask him through prayer for his infinite mercy to help us heal.
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What are the prayers to San Rafael Archangel?
healing prayer
"Oh kind and spiritual guide Saint Raphael the Archangel, I invoke you as the patron of those who are afflicted by illness or bodily ailment. You had the remedy prepared that healed the blindness of old Tobias, and your name means "The Lord heals."
I address you, merciful Saint Raphael the Archangel, imploring your divine help in my current need - mention the request here – If it is God's will, deign to heal my disease, or at least grant me the grace and strength I need to be able to bear it patiently, offering it for the forgiveness of my sins and for the salvation of my soul.
Saint Raphael, friend of the roads, teach me to keep faith in suffering and unite my pains with those of Jesus and Mary, and seek God's grace in prayer and communion. I wish to imitate you in your eagerness to do God's will in all things. Like young Tobias, I choose you as my companion on my journey through this vale of tears. I wish to follow your inspirations every step of the way, so that I can reach the end of my journey under your constant protection and in the grace of God.
Oh Archangel San Rafael Blessed, you revealed yourself as the divine assistant of the Throne God, come into my life and assist me in this moment of trial. Give me the healing of this disease that has brought pain and misfortune to my life. Grant me the grace and blessing of God and the favor that I ask for your powerful intercession. Oh great Physician of God, tell yourself to heal me, as you did with Tobias if it is the will of the Creator. San Rafael, Resource of God, Angel of Health, Medicine of God, pray for me.
Amen."
Prayer of protection
“Most glorious heavenly prince Saint Raphael, eternal helper of men, send your powerful tutelary rays over us, defenseless humans, wrap us in your wings, and shelter us with your loving and energetic light.
Archangel of the Lord, prodigious Saint Raphael, leader of the armies of the Almighty, emissary of Divinity, friend of your devotees, companion of walkers, help of the afflicted, doctor of the sick, refuge of the persecuted, scourge of demons, rich treasure of God's wealth, with your wisdom and power free us from all evil.
You are a holy archangel, kind guardian of ours, and one of those seven most noble spirits that surround the throne of the Most High. For this reason, and trusting in the great love that you have manifested to men, we humbly beg you to take care of us and protect us, keep us from the dangers of soul and body, from the enemies that harass us, from slanderers, from traitors, base and envious.
Drive away every person who hurts us, who harms us with their bad words, with their bad actions, with their evil eyes, drive away all evil desires, everything that can break our peace.
Archangel Saint Raphael, we ask you with all the fervor of our spirit, grant us health in the face of illness, and help us to be victorious in the face of bodily pain and suffering.
Give us protection in our ways and defense against everything that causes us harm and misfortune, especially give us your heavenly hands to solve what afflicts and worries us so much:
(Ask with faith for everything that worries you)
Don't stop shielding us and preserving us in all the bad times, in all the adversities of life, and in all situations of danger to our hearts and lives.
Finally, we beg you to bring us closer to the throne and to the glory of God our Lord, for we know that through grace you assist us and help us, and also through it, one day we will be your eternal companions in heavenly glory.
Amen."
for the sick
«Glorious Archangel San Rafael, medicine of God, guide me on this journey of learning and purification, help me to recognize the lessons that free me from all my guilt, worries and negative thoughts.
Be a guide on the path of salvation, en route to Divine Love, to see reflected in all creation, the power of regeneration and healing of God.
I beg you to be a companion on this journey through life and a constant support with the authority that your staff represents. Surround me with the hopeful and healing green of your cloak, and pour your medicine of light over my entire being.
Thank you beloved archangel Rafael, for your healing love and healing company, on this sacred pilgrimage of the body, to find union with the soul, according to divine will, in a perfect way, for the good of the whole world, and under the grace of God.
Amen."
What is asked of Saint Raphael the Archangel in his prayers?
As we have seen, San Rafael is a protector of the earth and people, especially focused on health, with which he is asked to protect us or our loved ones from all diseases, and he is even asked to help us. heal in case you already have any disease.
We also recommend the Psalm 91, powerful spiritual ritual for all those moments in which you are in danger, when you feel that you are a prisoner of fear, pray Psalm 91 as divine protection.