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Michael

 Person

Biographical note

One of the three angels (Michael, Gabriel, Raphael) liturgically venerated by the Catholic Church, and also described as one of the Seven Angels who stand before the throne of God. Michael is described in the Bible as "one of the chief princes" (Daniel 10:13), and as the leader of the heavenly armies in their battle against the forces of hell (Revelation 12:7). His feast on September 29 is probably the anniversary of the dedication of a church of Saint Michael and All Angels on the Salarian Way at Rome in the sixth century; that of May 8 commemorates his apparition on Mount Gargano in southern Italy (also sixth century). Another apparition in France (eighth century) led to the foundation of the abbey of Mont Saint-Michel in Brittany.

(paraphrased from The Book of Saints : A Dictionary of Persons Canonized or Beatified by the Catholic Church. 5th edition. New York: Crowell, 1966.)

Alternate names

Michael the Taxiarch, Archangel Michael

Found in 4 Collections and/or Records:

Chaplet of Saint Michael, undated

 File — Box 1: Series I, tray: 2, Item: 11-14
Identifier: I
Scope and Contents From the Series:

A variety of chaplets, some full-sized, some in bracelet or ring form, with metal, wood, or plastic beads and small medals and crosses attached. Many show signs of consistent use.

Chaplets containing relics are part of Series IX. Relics.

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Collection is open for research.

Dates: undated
Found in: / Liturgy and life collection / Chaplets and rosaries

Multiple saints, between 1934 and 1947, undated, bulk: 1926–1968

 File — Multiple Containers
Identifier: B
Scope and Contents Includes Saints Agnes, Aloysius Gonzaga, SJ, Andrew the Apostle, Anne, Anthony of Padua, Benedict, Blaise, Brigid, Catherine Labouré, Cecilia, Christopher, Clare of Assisi, Dymphna, Francis de Sales, Francis of Assisi, Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows, Genesius of Rome, Gerard Majella, Gerebernus, Hubert, Jane Frances de Chantal, John Berchmans, SJ, John Neumann, John XXIII, Joseph, Jude, Louise de Marillac, Luisa, Martha, Martin, Mary Magdalene, Michael, Patrick, Paul of the Cross, Peter,...
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Collection is open for research.

Dates: between 1934 and 1947, undated; Majority of material found within 1926–1968
Found in: / Liturgy and life collection / Personal devotional and religious objects / By dedication

Saint Michael, undated

 File — Box 41: Series IV, tray: 1, Item: 4
Identifier: IV
Scope and Contents From the Series:

Statues, sculptures, bas-reliefs, plaques, triptychs, paintings, Christmas ornaments, and other decorative art media featuring Catholic imagery. The art depicts angels, the Holy Family (Jesus, Mary, and Joseph), saints, and blessings or prayers.

Restrictions on access

Collection is open for research.

Dates: undated
Found in: / Liturgy and life collection / Decorative art

Saint Michael, undated

 File — Box 60: Series VIII, tray: 1, Item: 7, 26-29
Identifier: B
Scope and Contents From the Series: Small personal religious items including badges, bookmarks, commemorative coins, devotional wallets, jewelry, medals, money clips, key rings, ribbons, pins, and travel accessories. Some items were used during prayer, while others mark religious identity or commemorate particular religious events or awards. Many objects are inscribed with "I am a Catholic; in case of an accident kindly notify a priest." Quite a few of the badges are handmade.Objects containing relics, including...
Restrictions on access

Collection is open for research.

Dates: undated
Found in: / Liturgy and life collection / Personal devotional and religious objects / By dedication

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