It is often stated that when an Angel descends to the earth, it brings with it a part of the light of the heavens, thus perhaps explaining the strong association of white to represent that light.

Gabriel is a unique archangel in the sense that it is almost certain that she is the only female in the higher echelons.

The Christian Bible offers some 300 references to Angels.

Attacks on alternative religious groups are attempts to psychologize - to medicalize - a controversy that, on deeper examination, is clearly a controversy over ideology and lifestyle.

"Angelophany" is the visible or otherwise tangible manifestation of angels to human beings. Abraham Lincoln frequently mentioned that he was visited by angels at the White House.

There are some people who may be good yet toxic for you, so be careful of who you surround yourself with.

Happiness is.. looking at the closing door, then bolting them from outside and fleeing.

We hope you have found challenge in your path this morning.” -- Laniel, Abbot of Bilkar the Furred

When I was growing up, they had just found radio.

I love my country. But how many more of our loved ones need to die in this senseless war?

A rugged stone growes smooth from hand to hand.

I grew up in Chicago, so I've always been a Bears fan.

I think that there is just a deep and abiding sexism that's part of your life from the moment that you're conscious as a female.

Women have to learn where their true source of validation is.

I've lived with pressure all my life. I enjoy it.