Azriel

angelic single tradition · 1

An angel by a similar name, Azriel (עזריאל), is mentioned in Kabbalistic literature such as the Zohar. Archeological evidence uncovered in Jewish settlements in Mesopotamia confirms that it was indeed at one time used on an incantation bowl from the 7th century. However, as the text thereon only lists names, an association of this angelic name with death cannot be identified in Judaism.

When

First attested
600 CE
Attested period
600 – 600
Historical notes
Incantation bowl from the 7th century.

Relationships

co occurs with
Ezrā’ël, Azrael

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Sources

wikipedia (1)

Source passages

“However, an angel by a similar name, Azriel (עזריאל), is mentioned in Kabbalistic literature such as the Zohar. Archeological evidence uncovered in Jewish settlements in Mesopotamia confirms that it was indeed at one time used on an incantation bowl from the 7th century.”

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