The Angelic Way: Angels through the Ages and Their Meaning for Us

by Rami M. Shapiro

Examining angels as metaphors--not only as God reaching out to humankind but also as humankind reaching out to God--this comprehensive study illuminates the philosophical, psychological, and spiritual implications of angels, both heavenly and fallen.

240 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 2009

About the author

Rami Shapiro is one of the most innovative rabbis of the last thirty years. An award-winning author of two dozen books on religion and spirituality, he received rabbinical ordination from the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion and holds a PhD from Union Graduate School. A congregational rabbi for twenty years, for the last fifteen he has been writing, leading retreats, co-directing One River Wisdom School, blogging at rabbirami.com, and writing a regular column for Spirituality and Health magazine called "Roadside Assistance for the Spiritual Traveler."

Reviews

[Jane · Rating 4 out of 5]

A theological look at angels as they appear in various religions, mostly focusing on Jewish mythology. I liked how the author discussed how they are metaphors for human spirituality as it was a refreshing difference from literal interpretations usually found in religion.