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What does it mean?
Angels protect by warding off evil rather than attacking it directly.
In plain terms
Angels defend us from harm instead of fighting against spirits.
What can you take from it?
Trust in protection through defense rather than attack.

Where it applies

  • spiritual guidance
  • prayer
  • personal safety

Putting it to work

  • seek protection
  • trust guidance
  • avoid confrontation

Questions to consider

  • How do you understand spiritual protection?
  • What does defense mean to you?

Another view

Some traditions view spiritual struggle as direct combat.

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