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Archangel Jophiel

Header: Archangel Jophiel
Also known as: Archangel Jophiel; primary name: Jophiel; other name: Archangel Jophiel; other name: Archangel Zophiel; other name: Iophiel
Details: individual; biblical figure; Male
Biography: Leader of the cherubim and representive of the splendour of God. Believed to be the archangel armed with a flaming sword who drove Adam and Eve out of Eden and guarded the gate to prevent their re-entry. He protects those who seek the truth.