05/30/2026
MOST CATHOLICS DON’T KNOW WHAT RAPHAEL’S NAME ACTUALLY MEANS.
Raphael.
In Hebrew, it means: “God heals.”
He is the only angel in Scripture explicitly sent by God on a mission of healing.
He traveled disguised as an ordinary man.
He healed a blind father.
He drove away the demon that had killed seven husbands.
And only at the end did he reveal who he truly was:
“I am Raphael, one of the seven angels who stand before the glory of the Lord.”
• Tobit 12:15
Seven angels stand before God’s throne.
But only three are named in Scripture:
Michael — who fights.
Gabriel — who announces.
Raphael — who heals.
And Raphael’s mission did not end in the Book of Tobit.
For centuries, Christians have called upon him in times of sickness, fear, blindness, exhaustion, and despair.
He is the patron of healing, travelers, and those seeking God’s mercy in suffering.
If you are sick today…
If someone you love is in a hospital…
If doctors have no answers…
Remember this name:
Saint Raphael.
“God heals.”
Saint Raphael the Archangel, pray for us.
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St. Raphael Prayer for Healing
Glorious Archangel St. Raphael, great prince of the heavenly court, you are illustrious for your gifts of wisdom and grace. You are a guide of those who journey by land or sea or air, consoler of the afflicted, and refuge of sinners. I beg you, assist me in all my needs and in all the sufferings of this life, as once you helped the young Tobias on his travels. Because you are the “medicine of God” I humbly pray you to heal the many infirmities of my soul and the ills that afflict my body. I especially ask of you the favor (here mention your special intention), and the great grace of purity to prepare me to be the temple of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Prayer to Saint Raphael Before a Trip
Dear St. Raphael, your lovely name means “God heals.” The Lord sent you to young Tobias to guide him throughout a long journey. Upon his return you taught him how to cure his father’s blindness. How natural, therefore, for Christians to pray for your powerful help for safe travel and a happy return. This is what we ask for ourselves as well as for all who are far from home.
Amen.
Prayer for Protection From All Evil
Most Holy Mother, Queen of the Angels and Archangels, send me your Champion, the Archangel Saint Raphael, let him heal me of all my spiritual and physical ailments in JESUS’ HOLY NAME. May he protect me from satan and all the evil spirits. Saint Raphael be my guide and protector on my journey through life. O’ glorious Saint Raphael the Archangel, herald of blessings, pray for us!
Amen
