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Are angels real?

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In short: Yes. Angels are real spiritual beings, and you’ve got one beside you as protector and shepherd. CCC 328 CCC 336

The answer, in writing

Church teaching

That angels exist is a truth of faith; the witness of Scripture is as clear as the unanimity of Tradition. CCC 328

“Beside each believer stands an angel as protector and shepherd leading him to life.” CCC 336

Our words

Not chubby babies with harps. Mighty spiritual beings who serve God, and one of them is assigned to you. Say hello sometime.

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How we know · 2 Catechism paragraphs

1. Catechism of the Catholic Church, paragraphs 328, 336 (official text on vatican.va).

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