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* Ella's mentor in ''Series/{{Hex}}''.

The Archangel Raphael is one of the seven Archangels mentioned in Literature/TheBible, specifically in The Book of Tobit, (which not all religious groups consider to be {{canon}}). He is seen as a healer and guide, acting as an assistant to Death, as his Traveler persona, on some occasions. He is also seen in the Islamic faith as the trumpet blower for death, replacing {{Archangel Gabriel}}. Along with ArchangelGabriel and ArchangelMichael, Raphael is one of the three archangels recognised by the Catholic Church, while Michael is the only archangel named in Biblical books that ''everyone'' considers canon.[[note]] In the Judaic mystical system of the Kabballah, and in the Christian mystic school of Rosicrucianism, a fourth Archangel, Auriel, is named and honoured.[[/note]]

The Archangel Raphael is one of the seven Archangels mentioned in Literature/TheBible, specifically in The Book of Tobit, (which not all religious groups consider to be {{canon}}). He is seen as a healer and guide, acting as an assistant to Death, as his Traveler persona, on some occasions. He is also seen in the Islamic faith as the trumpet blower for death, replacing {{Archangel Gabriel}}. Along with ArchangelGabriel and ArchangelMichael, Raphael is one of the three archangels recognised by the Catholic Church, while Michael is the only archangel named in Biblical books that ''everyone'' considers canon.

* ''TenshiNiNarumon'': Mikael's teacher.

The Archangel Raphael is one of the seven Archangels mentioned in Literature/TheBible, specifically in The Book of Tobit, (which not all religious groups consider to be {{canon}}). He is seen as a healer and guide, acting as an assistant to Death, as his Traveler persona, on some occasions. He is also seen in the Islamic faith as the trumpet blower for death, replacing {{Archangel Gabriel}}. Along with ArchangelGabriel and ArchangelMichael, Raphael is one of the three '''a'''rchangels recognised by the Catholic Church, while Michael is the only archangel named in Biblical books that ''everyone'' considers canon.

* He appears, along with Michael and Gabriel, in ''[[Main/ILucifer I, Lucifier]]''. Since ''Lucifier'' is narrating, he doesn't receive much in the way of characterisation.

* On ''Series/{{Dominion}}'', it's been confirmed Raphael exists, [[TheGhost though he's yet to appear]], with Michael stating that he's declared neutrality in the war between humanity and Gabriel's forces.

* One of the four archangels in ''Series/{{Supernatural}}''. Not as important as his brothers [[ArchangelMichael Michael]], [[ArchangelGabriel Gabriel]] and [[{{Satan}} Lucifer]] at first, he becomes [[BigBadEnsemble one of the main villains]] from season 6, where he wants to restart the Apocalypse.

* Ella's mentor in ''{{Hex}}''.

* Raphael is referenced in ''FanFic/SonicXDarkChaos'' as one of four Archangels (himself, Gabriel, Michael, and Tephiroth) who lead the military forces of the Angel Federation. He is in charge of civil engineering and the federal economy.

* Raphael is referenced in ''FanFic/SonicXDarkChaos'' as one of four Archangels (himself, Gabriel, Michael, and Tephiroth) who lead the military forces of the Angel Federation.

* The main focus of ''TheWatcher'', where he cuts off his wings for a human named Sarah, who dies, leaving Raphael to wander as a FallenAngel.

* ''Series/TouchedByAnAngel'' has ''a'' Raphael, played by Alexis Cruz (eventually better known as [[StargateVerse Skaara]].) It's unknown, though, if he is ''the'' Raphael.

* ''TouchedByAnAngel'' has ''a'' Raphael, played by Alexis Cruz (eventually better known as [[StargateVerse Skaara]].) It's unknown, though, if he is ''the'' Raphael.

* Mentioned in passing by [[TheFairFolk Mab]] in {{Literature/SmallFavor}}. He is referred to as the [[RedBaron Demon Binder]], and that he likes to take matters into his own hands. In addition, [[FallenAngel Lasciel]] recognizes his style in the wards on Michael's safehouse.

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* Occasionally pops up as a high-ranking member of the Seraph Clan in ''Franchise/ShinMegamiTensei'' games. [[OurAngelsAreDifferent His stance on Humanity has varied from]] WellIntentionedExtremist to outright demented KnightTemplar.

The Archangel Raphael is one of the seven Archangels mentioned in Literature/TheBible, specifically in The Book of Tobit, (which not all religious groups consider to be {{canon}}). He is seen as a healer and guide, acting as an assistant to Death, as his Traveler persona, on some occasions. He is also seen in the Islamic faith as the trumpet blower for death, replacing {{Archangel Gabriel}}. Along with ArchangelGabriel and ArchangelMichael, Raphael is one of the three ''arch''angels recognised by the Catholic Church.[[hottip:*:Michael is the only archangel named in Biblical books that everyone considers canon.]]

See also ArchangelMichael, ArchangelGabriel, ArchangelUriel, {{Satan}}, and OurAngelsAreDifferent[=/=]CelestialParagonsAndArchangels.

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* His name in ''StationeryVoyagers'' is ''Maurice''. Has led to some of his opponents in-universe [[JesusWasCrazy calling him and his master a basket case]], due to his efficiency as an Angel of Death and TranquilFury with [[AssholeVictim certain offenders]]. He's named "Maurice" [[StealthPun because of]] [[ShoutOut the]] [[MemeticMutation phrase]] "[[Disney/BeautyAndTheBeast crazy old Maurice]]."

* One of the four archangels in ''Series/{{Supernatural}}''. Not as important as his brothers [[ArchangelMichael Michael]], [[ArchangelGabriel Gabriel]] and [[ArchangelLucifer Lucifer]] at first, he becomes [[BigBadEnsemble one of the main villains]] from season 6, where he wants to restart the Apocalypse.

* Obviously he doesn't ''actually'' appear in ''Series/CriminalMinds'' since it's not a fantasy show, but [[spoiler: the killer in "The Big Game/Revelations" is a man with three different personalities, one of whom is supposed to be the Arcangel Raphael. This personality is [[KnightTemplar a very bad man]]]].

* In ''XenaWarriorPrincess'' Raphael is a good friend of Michael's, with whom he watched over the other angels of Heaven.

* ''Literature/{{Anachronauts}}'': Raphael is [[spoiler:the true source of British steam]].

* In ''ToAruMajutsuNoIndex'', he is the patron of Terra of the Left and the source of his powers.

Raphael is associated with the element of water, and one of the most common images of him according to {{That Other Wiki}} is of him holding a water flask. As water is associated with healing and life, it is fitting that he is the patron saint of doctors. He's sometimes also associated with air and is depicted with a bow and arrow. According to some sources, he is also a regent of the sun.

* Appears in ''ParadiseLost'' to re-warn Adam not to eat the fruit. It didn't work. Some think he is the Author Avatar for Milton here.